The Future Is Here: New York Approves Remote Online Notarization

Posted April 18, 2023

The Future Is Here: New York Approves Remote Online Notarization Imagine having a client in Europe who needs a document notarized by a New York notary. Traditionally, you would direct them to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. But what…

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House Passes MBA-Supported Federal RON Bill

Posted March 2, 2023

The U.S. House of Representatives has officially passed H.R. 1059, the SECURE Notarization Act—a bipartisan, MBA-supported bill that establishes federal minimum standards for Remote Online Notarization (RON). This marks a significant milestone in creating a unified national framework to complement…

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Nationwide Use of Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Posted February 28, 2023

As Congress continues exploring solutions to support consumers and businesses through ongoing economic challenges, new bipartisan efforts are underway to expand access to Remote Online Notarization (RON) nationwide. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced Senate Bill S….

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Opinion: how digital closings can help with housing affordability

Posted June 2, 2022

From the White House and Congress to multiple federal agencies, one of the top concerns is housing affordability. Consumers are worried too. About half of U.S. adults (49%) say the availability of affordable housing is a major problem where they live, up…

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New York state makes remote online notarizations permanent

Posted January 5, 2022

As more states allow RON, California and North Carolina are among notable holdouts. After allowing remote online notarizations as an emergency measure during the pandemic, New York state has passed a law permanently legalizing the practice in a move welcomed…

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