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Prioritizing Adoption: Military Dogs and Their Handlers

This resolution honors military working dogs and their soldier handlers from the Tactical Explosive Detection Dog program, recognizing their vital service. It encourages government agencies, especially the Army, to prioritize former handlers when these brave dogs are available for adoption. This aims to correct past issues where many handlers were unable to reunite with their loyal partners after their service.
Key points
Recognizes the brave service of military explosive detection dogs and their soldier handlers.
Urges government agencies to give former handlers the first chance to adopt their retired service dogs.
Addresses past problems where many handlers were unfairly denied the opportunity to adopt their dogs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 116_HCONRES_43
Sponsor: Rep. Walorski, Jackie [R-IN-2]
Process start date: 2019-05-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the honorable service of military working dogs and soldier handlers in the tactical explosive detection dog program of the Army and encouraging the Army and other government agencies, including law enforcement agencies, with former tactical explosive detection dogs to prioritize adoption of the dogs to former tactical explosive detection dog handlers.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 116_HCONRES_43.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2019-05-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognizes the brave service of military explosive detection dogs and their soldier handlers.
  • Urges government agencies to give former handlers the first chance to adopt their retired service dogs.
  • Addresses past problems where many handlers were unfairly denied the opportunity to adopt their dogs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Walorski, Jackie [R-IN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-03.

What is the impact of this bill?

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