Today at the Capitol, the House Committee on Judiciary unanimously advanced HB 780 in an 18-0 vote, legislation addressing delays in recording deeds issued through Master Commissioner sales.  

HB 780 ensures commissioner’s deeds issued through court-ordered Master Commissioner sales are recorded in a timely manner. The bill gives cities a legal remedy to compel recording when a purchaser fails to file the deed, helping maintain accurate property ownership records and supporting effective code enforcement and property administration.  

Sponsored by Representative Daniel Elliott (R-Danville), HB 780 provides a practical remedy when these situations occur. The legislation allows cities to pursue legal action to require the recording of a commissioner’s deed if it has not been filed within a specified timeframe after the purchaser receives it.  

By ensuring deeds are promptly recorded, the measure helps maintain accurate property ownership records and supports local governments in carrying out enforcement, redevelopment, and administrative responsibilities tied to property ownership.  

Importantly, the bill does not change the judicial sale process itself. Instead, it strengthens an existing recording requirement to ensure property transfers resulting from commissioner sales are properly reflected in public records.