Legislation

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts just became the 43rd state to pass legislation authorizing remote online notarization (RON).

According to the law, notaries based in Washington, D.C. can perform online notarizations, allowing them to serve clients in the district and beyond.

Effective August 1, 2023, Notaries in Delaware will be able to serve residents that live across the state, as well as individuals located outside of the state.

If remote proceedings are here to stay, law firms need to be prepared. Here are some key considerations to stay ahead of the (virtual) game.

North Carolina joins 40 other states that have passed remote online notarization laws.

Rhode Island joins 39+ other states who have passed remote online notarization laws.

According to the updated law, Vermont's notaries can now perform remote online notarizations.

Joining 38 other states who have passed remote online notarization legislation, this is what the law means and how it impacts notaries in Maine.

The NY law brings benefits to all industries trying to digitize traditionally in-person processes to provide a fully-digital experience for their customers.

Notaries in New York are now authorized to perform remote online notarizations (RON).

The bill allows the state's 278,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

New York is the latest (and 38th) state to pass a remote online notarization law.

Senate Bill 134 allows the state's 23,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

Senate Bill 2664 allows the state's 148,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

Governor Phil Murphy signed the bill that will allow the state's 196,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

The state's emergency COVID bill has been made permanent, effective immediately, allowing 114,000 notaries in Pennsylvania to conduct notarizations remotely.

A year after completing the nation's first fully digital Will, Notarize and Trust & Will teamed up to complete the first eWill in the state of Florida.

Senate Bill 2275 allows the state's 5,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

House Bill 1655 allows the state's 80,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

House Bill 4212 allows the state's 40,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

Senate Bill 20-096 allows the state's 79,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

Wisconsin joins the list of states with remote online notarization (RON) legislation, impacting around 82,000 notaries. The new law draws from the MBA/ALTA model legislation and introduces requirements for notaries and businesses involved in online notarization.

Nebraska embraces remote online notarization (RON) legislation, offering nearly 30,000 notaries a simpler, safer, and more secure way to conduct notarizations from July 1, 2020.

Oklahoma joins 20 states in adopting remote online notarization (RON), offering 83,000 notaries a simpler, safer, and more secure way to conduct notarizations from January 1, 2020.

Since 2012, Iowa has been the only state to bar remote online notarizations. Senate File 475 rescinds these laws in favor of RON legislation.

Washington joins RON movement with SB 5641, signed by Governor Inslee. This law enables 74,000 notaries to conduct online notarizations, modernizing services.

Maryland Senate Bill 678 will allow the state's 80,000 notaries to participate in remote online notarizations.

Arizona Senate Bill 1030 was signed by Governor Dough Ducey after receiving unanimous support from the state legislature.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed House Bill 1272 into law, granting her state's 18,000 notaries the ability to serve the public through remote online notarizations.

The Montana Legislature has unanimously approved House Bill 370, revising the state’s remote online notarization laws to align with the national model.

Idaho adopts RON with Senate Bill 1111, enabling notaries to perform online services. Governor Brad Little signs, enhancing efficiency in notarial practices.

Kentucky is the latest state to pass legislation that will give its 80,000 notaries the ability to perform remote online notarizations.

Governor Doug Burgum signed House Bill 1110 into law, granting 15,000 North Dakota notaries access to technologies to serve consumers and businesses around the world.

House Bill 52 allows the state's 22,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.

Michigan advances digital notarization with HB 5811, set to be signed by Governor Snyder. This law enables Michigan notaries to offer online services nationwide.

Minnesota joins the digital notarization revolution with SF 893, enabling online notarial services. Governor Mark Dayton signs, expanding access statewide.

Vermont modernizes notarial services with H.526, allowing online notarizations. Governor Phil Scott signs, joining states like Tennessee and Indiana in digital innovation.

Tennessee embraces digital notarization with HB 1794/SB 1758, enabling online notarizations. Governor Bill Haslam to sign, modernizing notary services in the Volunteer State.

Florida greenlights online notarization with new bill, enhancing convenience and security. Governor Rick Scott to sign, advancing digital transformation in notarization.

Indiana advances digital notarization with SB-372, signed by Governor Holcomb. This law facilitates online notarizations, enhancing convenience and efficiency statewide.

Ohio joins the digital notarization movement with Senate Bill 263, signed by Governor Kasich. This law enables online notarizations, enhancing accessibility and efficiency.

Nevada embraces digital transformation with AB 413, enabling online notarization. Governor Sandoval to sign, expanding eNotarization to meet modern demands.

Texas approves Remote Online Notarization Bill, empowering notaries for online services. Governor Abbott to sign, revolutionizing notarization in Texas and beyond.