Maryland · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

HB 438: Civil Actions - Tortious Injury to or Death of Pet - Compensatory Damages (Buddy's Law)

Enacted Last action April 22, 2025: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 101

Plain-language summary

HB 438 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Civil Actions - Tortious Injury to or Death of Pet - Compensatory Damages (Buddy's Law). Primary sponsor: Nicole Williams (Democratic), Sean Stinnett (Democratic), Karen Simpson (Democratic), Stuart Schmidt (Republican), Sheree Sample-Hughes (Democratic), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Jon Cardin (Democratic), Lauren Arikan (Republican), LaToya Nkongolo (Republican), Sheila Ruth (Democratic), Mary Lehman (Democratic), Nic Kipke (Republican), Terri Hill (Democratic), Sandy Bartlett (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 22, 2025): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 101.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Nicole Williams (Democratic); Sean Stinnett (Democratic); Karen Simpson (Democratic); Stuart Schmidt (Republican); and 11 more.