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Beagle Brigade Act: Protecting Agriculture and Natural Resources

This act establishes a training center for dogs that will help protect our crops and environment from foreign pests and diseases. This will make the food on our tables safer and our parks and forests better protected. The act also provides for the adoption of dogs that retire or do not complete training.
Key points
Establishes a National Detector Dog Training Center to train dogs and their handlers to detect foreign pests and diseases.
The Center will collaborate with government agencies and private partners to safeguard our agriculture and natural resources.
The act authorizes funding for the Center's operations and ensures the health and welfare of the dogs.
Opportunities for private adoption of retired or uncompleted training dogs are provided, giving them a chance for a new home.
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Print number: 117_S_3678
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2022-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Beagle Brigade Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3678.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a National Detector Dog Training Center to train dogs and their handlers to detect foreign pests and diseases.
  • The Center will collaborate with government agencies and private partners to safeguard our agriculture and natural resources.
  • The act authorizes funding for the Center's operations and ensures the health and welfare of the dogs.
  • Opportunities for private adoption of retired or uncompleted training dogs are provided, giving them a chance for a new home.
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 Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment Security