ASH’S LAW UPDATE

A deep and heartfelt thank you to everyone who took action in support of Ash’s Law and demonstrated a commitment to true, lifesaving change for community cats in Maryland and beyond. 

Although Ash’s Law was not added to the vote list before Maryland’s 2026 legislative session adjourned last night, we still achieved a historic win together. The House of Delegates UNANIMOUSLY approved the bill, and we are well on our way in championing Ash's Law for the next legislative session.

This is just the beginning for this groundbreaking legislation. We will make Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) the law of the land in Maryland, and we’re grateful to have you with us in this fight.

Maryland lawmakers heard our collective voice. They recognized that the humane change outlined in Ash’s Law is sensible, effective, and reflective of the values of the people of Maryland. Through Alley Cat Allies’ education and overwhelming support from local advocates and organizations, they saw the immense positive impact of TNR across the state.

And Ash’s Law isn’t limited to Maryland. Alley Cat Allies won’t stop until every state passes legislation to advance statewide protections for TNR, community cats, and their caregivers. Stay with us, because we have big plans ahead.

We extend our gratitude to Delegate Michele Guyton and Senator Karen Lewis Young for their fearless sponsorship of Ash’s Law and to every advocate and organization who reached out to legislators or helped spread the word. Let’s get ready for the next session and bring Ash's Law over the finish line!
 

This is the Final Push to Make HISTORY for Cats: Support Ash’s Law

This action is ONLY for residents of Maryland

We need you NOW: this is the final push to make history for cats! We have until April 13 to pass Ash’s Law—the first comprehensive statewide law to protect Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and community cats. If we don’t make that deadline, the bill will have to be considered in next year’s legislative session.

Please ask your Maryland Senator to vote YES on Ash’s Law! Take a moment to send a message on this page.

The Maryland Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee is considering Ash’s Law, or HB 912, right now.  Ash’s Law has already passed UNANIMOUSLY in the Maryland House of Delegates!

Alley Cat Allies drafted and named Ash’s Law, which would officially establish and protect TNR as the law of the land in Maryland. Ash’s Law is unique in that it goes a step further than any other law, preventing local jurisdictions from prohibiting or restricting the TNR efforts of organizations and residents.

Tell your Senate Committee that you support Ash’s Law to protect TNR and community cats!