SECURE Notarization Act of 2025

# SECURE Notarization Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The SECURE Notarization Act of 2025 would establish federal standards for electronic notarization (the digital verification of signatures and documents). Currently, notarization rules vary significantly by state. This bill would create uniform federal guidelines for how documents can be electronically notarized and authenticated across state lines, making it easier for people and businesses to conduct transactions remotely without needing in-person notarization. **Who It Affects:** This bill would impact everyday people who need documents notarized (like loan applications or legal agreements), businesses that conduct interstate transactions, notaries public who perform these services, and state governments that currently regulate notarization independently.

The bill involves federal oversight of what has traditionally been a state-regulated function. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Cliff Bentz (R-OR) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't been debated or voted on by the full House yet. No action has been taken since its introduction.