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SB 314
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Courts - Immunity From Liability - Donation of Pet Supplies

First action Jan 22, 2026 · Last action May 12, 2026
Maryland General AssemblyOpenStates

Latest bill row ingest May 18, 2026 · Newest headline in news index May 18, 2026 · CRIS ledger snapshot tied to indexed contributions May 16, 2026

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SB 314 provides legal protection to people who donate pet supplies to courts or related entities. It means donors cannot be held responsible if something goes wrong with the donated items. This law encourages more donations by reducing the risk of lawsuits.

Why it matters

This bill helps increase the availability of pet supplies for animals involved in court cases or care programs. It also makes donors feel safer when giving items, which can improve support for animal welfare in the legal system.

Who benefits

Pet supply donors, courts, animal welfare organizations, and pets involved in legal or care situations.

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Timeline
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  1. May 12, 2026 · —
    Approved by the Governor - Chapter 464
  2. Apr 13, 2026 · Senate
    Returned Passed
  3. Apr 13, 2026 · House
    Third Reading Passed
  4. Apr 9, 2026 · House
    Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
  5. Apr 8, 2026 · House
    Favorable Report by Environment and Transportation
  6. Mar 25, 2026 · House
    Hearing 4/01 at 1:00 p.m.
  7. Feb 20, 2026 · House
    Referred Environment and Transportation
  8. Feb 19, 2026 · Senate
    Third Reading Passed
  9. Feb 17, 2026 · Senate
    Second Reading Passed
  10. Feb 17, 2026 · Senate
    Favorable Adopted
  11. Feb 16, 2026 · Senate
    Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
  12. Jan 27, 2026 · Senate
    Hearing 2/03 at 2:00 p.m.
  13. Jan 27, 2026 · Senate
    Hearing canceled
  14. Jan 23, 2026 · Senate
    Hearing 2/03 at 1:00 p.m.
  15. Jan 22, 2026 · Senate
    First Reading Judicial Proceedings
Votes
Floor votes recorded for this bill (roll calls we have ingested).
  • On Third Reading
    Apr 1, 2026
    passed
    Yes 133 · No 0 · Other 8
  • On Third Reading
    Feb 14, 2026
    passed
    Yes 43 · No 0 · Other 4