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Maryland Senate approves of dogs in outdoor dining areas

Maryland Senate approves of dogs in outdoor dining areas

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ANNAPOLIS — canines have won an early victory on the last day of the state’s .

The voted Monday morning for a bill to allow owners to bring their to outdoor dining areas of restaurants, if owners say it’s OK.

The measure would take effect in July.

A restaurant owner would have to provide written notice to the local health department if the owner intends to allow dogs.