Maryland’s New Telemarketing Law Now in Effect - Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Maryland's new telemarketing law is now in effect, imposing stricter requirements on telemarketing calls, including consent and do-not-call compliance.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Telemarketing & TCPA Compliance space on August 27, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Contact centers, lead generators, SMS marketers, and debt/insurance dialers operating in Maryland. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately, as the law is now in effect.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Telemarketing & TCPA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New telemarketing regulations are now in effect in Maryland, likely affecting consent requirements, do-not-call compliance, and calling practices.
Who it affects
Contact centers, lead generators, SMS marketers, and debt/insurance dialers operating in Maryland.
What you must do
Review and update telemarketing practices to ensure compliance with Maryland's new law, including consent mechanisms and do-not-call list management.
Deadline
Immediately, as the law is now in effect.
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