Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 299: County Boards of Education - Therapy Dogs - Policy for Handling and Use in Schools

In committee Last action February 19, 2026: Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

SB 299 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: County Boards of Education - Therapy Dogs - Policy for Handling and Use in Schools. Primary sponsor: Katie Hester (Democratic), Chris West (Republican), Pam Beidle (Democratic), Cheryl Kagan (Democratic), Karen Young (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Katie Hester (Democratic); Chris West (Republican); Pam Beidle (Democratic); Cheryl Kagan (Democratic); and 1 more.