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Introduced
01/12/2022
01/12/2022
In Committee
03/31/2022
03/31/2022
Crossed Over
02/21/2022
02/21/2022
Passed
04/04/2022
04/04/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/21/2022
04/21/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Animal Welfare - Declawing Cats - Prohibited Acts
AI Summary
This bill prohibits veterinary practitioners from performing declawing procedures on cats, except when necessary for a therapeutic purpose. The bill defines "declawing procedure" as any procedure that removes a portion of the paw or digit to remove a claw, cuts or modifies the tendon to prohibit claw extension, or prevents the normal functioning of one or more claws. Veterinary practitioners who violate the declawing prohibition may face disciplinary action, including the suspension or revocation of their license, and a fine of up to $10,000 for repeat offenses. The bill also establishes a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for any person who violates the declawing prohibition.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 179 (on 04/21/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0067?ys=2022RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/Chapters_noln/CH_179_sb0067t.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/votes_comm/sb0067_ent.pdf |
| Floor Amendment 843821/1 (Senator Jennings) Rejected (18-29) | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/amds/bil_0007/sb0067_84382101.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/bills/sb/sb0067t.pdf |
| Favorable with Amendments 253825/1 | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/amds/bil_0007/sb0067_25382501.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/votes_comm/sb0067_ehe.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/bills/sb/sb0067f.pdf |
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