Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 563: Criminal Law - Emergency Response Animal - Prohibited Actions Against

Enacted Last action May 12, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 402

Plain-language summary

HB 563 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Law - Emergency Response Animal - Prohibited Actions Against. Primary sponsor: Dylan Behler (Democratic), Jon Cardin (Democratic), William Valentine (Republican), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Sean Stinnett (Democratic), Gary Simmons (Democratic), Susan McComas (Republican), Gabriel Moreno (Democratic), Lauren Arikan (Republican), Mangione, David Moon (Democratic), Frank Conaway (Democratic), Jamila Woods (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 402.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Dylan Behler (Democratic); Jon Cardin (Democratic); William Valentine (Republican); Scott Phillips (Democratic); and 9 more.