The mission of Maryland Votes for Animals, Inc. is to create and support humane legislation, to engage animal advocates, and to work with legislators to promote animal welfare in Maryland.
Founded in 2009, Maryland Votes for Animals, Inc. has been successfully advocating for Maryland’s animals. We are proud to have worked with a dedicated team of Maryland’s animal organizations, advocates, and legislators to pass – or oppose – important legislation affecting Maryland’s animals.
Featured Articles:
People who Donate Pet Supplies Should be Protected from Legal Liability!
This bill establishes limited immunity from civil liability for individuals who donate pet items or distribute donated pet items.
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Protect Maryland’s Community Cats!
This bill ensures statewide consistency by preempting local ordinances that prohibit or restrict Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), while still allowing reasonable regulations that protect public health and safety.
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Protect Maryland’s Animals Used in Laboratory Research!
Maryland is home to numerous private and academic research institutions that conduct animal testing. However, current accountability measures are insufficient to ensure the humane treatment of animals used in these ...
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Healthy Dogs and Cats Who Have Completed Their Time in Research Deserve Loving Homes!
SB 422 / HB 665 updates the widely supported “Beagle Bill,” also known as the Beagle Freedom Act, which Maryland legislators overwhelmingly passed in 2018.
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