Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 423: Research Facilities and Testing Facilities That Use Animals - Prohibitions and Adoption Requirements (Animal Research Modernization and Best Practices Act of 2026)

Enacted Last action April 28, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 230

Plain-language summary

SB 423 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Research Facilities and Testing Facilities That Use Animals - Prohibitions and Adoption Requirements (Animal Research Modernization and Best Practices Act of 2026). Primary sponsor: Ben Kramer (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 28, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 230.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ben Kramer (Democratic).