Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 53: Criminal Law – Nondomesticated Animal Prohibitions – Alterations

Passed one chamber Last action March 20, 2026: Hearing 3/25 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 53 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on September 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Law – Nondomesticated Animal Prohibitions – Alterations. Primary sponsor: Mary Lehman (Democratic), Linda Foley (Democratic), Julie Palakovich Carr (Democratic), Sheila Ruth (Democratic), Jen Terrasa (Democratic), Natalie Ziegler (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 20, 2026): Hearing 3/25 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mary Lehman (Democratic); Linda Foley (Democratic); Julie Palakovich Carr (Democratic); Sheila Ruth (Democratic); and 2 more.