Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 564: Pet Cremation and Burial Services - Requirements (Pet Cremation and Burial Services Consumer Protection Act)

Enacted Last action May 12, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 547

Plain-language summary

HB 564 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Pet Cremation and Burial Services - Requirements (Pet Cremation and Burial Services Consumer Protection Act). Primary sponsor: Nick Allen (Democratic), Dylan Behler (Democratic), Harry Bhandari (Democratic), Jon Cardin (Democratic), Mark Chang (Democratic), Eric Ebersole (Democratic), Elizabeth Embry (Democratic), Kris Fair (Democratic), Cathi Forbes (Democratic), Michele Guyton (Democratic), Pam Guzzone (Democratic), Dana Jones (Democratic), Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Kim Ross (Democratic), Sheila Ruth (Democratic), Teresa Woorman (Democratic), Tiffany Alston (Democratic), Heather Bagnall Tudball (Democratic), Bonnie Cullison (Democratic), Terri Hill (Democratic), Tom Hutchinson (Republican), Steve Johnson (Democratic), Nic Kipke (Republican), Lesley Lopez (Democratic), Martinez, Teresa Reilly (Republican), Sandy Rosenberg (Democratic), Deni Taveras (Democratic), Jennifer White Holland (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 547.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Nick Allen (Democratic); Dylan Behler (Democratic); Harry Bhandari (Democratic); Jon Cardin (Democratic); and 25 more.