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MD SB37

MD SB37
Maryland Service Animal Programs - Participant Disqualification - Revisions


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Introduced
01/14/2026
In Committee
04/08/2026
Crossed Over
02/19/2026
Passed
04/28/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/28/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Revising provisions related to the disqualification of a program participant from the Maryland Children's Service Animal Program, the Maryland Disability Service Animal Program, or the Maryland Veterans Service Animal Program; providing that a nonprofit training entity may disqualify a Program participant if the training entity determines the participant's involvement presents a direct threat to others; etc.

AI Summary

This bill revises the rules for disqualifying participants from Maryland's service animal programs for children, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, clarifying that a nonprofit training entity can remove a participant if their involvement poses a "direct threat" to others, as defined by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, or to the well-being of the service animal or therapy horse, or if they fail to meet training requirements.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 334 (on 04/28/2026)

Bill Topics

Defense
  • ‐ Veterans Affairs
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Assistance to the Disabled and Handicapped
  • ‐ Family Issues

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