Maryland Votes for Animals, Inc.
Championing humane legislation to improve the lives of all animals in Maryland
On April 28th, Governor Wes Moore signed two bills to protect and improve the lives of animals in Maryland. These laws address both the treatment of animals in laboratory settings and the conservation of endangered and threatened species, including migratory birds.
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Maryland legislators continued to demonstrate strong support for animal welfare legislation. Their ongoing commitment has played a critical role in advancing meaningful protections and setting a positive standard for humane policy.
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This bill establishes limited immunity from civil liability for individuals who donate pet items or distribute donated pet items.
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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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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 settings.
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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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This bill establishes consumer protection requirements for registered cemeterians, registered cemetery operators, and certain permit holders that sell or offer pet cremation services.
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This bill would phase out the use of toxic lead ammunition for the hunting of all game species in Maryland on or before July 1, 2029.
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This bill would expand the list of wild animals prohibited for private ownership in Maryland to include zebras, kangaroos, wallaroos, and wallabies.
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The Maryland General Assembly convenes on January 14, 2026, ushering in changes in legislative leadership and committee assignments.
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