The 2021 Session was historic as it was conducted in a virtual format. While the halls of Annapolis legislative chambers were quiet except for legislators and their staff, the usual
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Our 2021 Unfinished Agenda for Animals – Maryland Matters
Opinion: There’s Unfinished Business on Animal Welfare Legislation
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Action Needed: Protect Unattended Dogs in Extreme Weather!
URGENT! Contact the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee and urge them to vote YES on SB122, ensuring dogs left outside in extreme weather have access to shelter. You can find your
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Maryland General Assembly Convenes Facing COVID Challenges on January 13, 2021
Maryland Votes for Animals 2021 Legislative Preview The Maryland General Assembly continues to face challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Maryland Constitution requires that the legislators be present in
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Animal Bills May Stall as Maryland General Assembly Ends Early
Animal legislation has been getting strong support in 2020 from Maryland’s lawmakers. However, even after passing in their respective chambers, most of these bills will not have time to cross
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