Caroline County - Regulation of Animals - Dogs
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Became law
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “Caroline County - Regulation of Animals - Dogs” Read the full text
2026 session
What it does
Repealing a requirement that before a certain date each year, a dog owner or keeper must apply for a license from a certain county employee; and repealing a requirement that a certain county employee issue a tag to a dog owner or keeper.
From the official legislative record, shown verbatim. Not legal advice.
Where it is
First reading, house of origin · Feb 5, 2026
Hearing · Feb 25, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable · Mar 15, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed · Feb 28, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 2, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Mar 6, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable · Apr 10, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 26, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed · Apr 1, 2026
The numbers
1
sponsor on the bill
Sponsors
Caroline County Senators
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 340 (as of Aug 30, 2026).