What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 759.
Beagle Brigade Act: Authorizing Detector Dog Training Center for Agricultural Security
This law formally establishes the National Detector Dog Training Center, known as the "Beagle Brigade," to enhance the protection of US agriculture and natural resources from foreign pests and diseases. This strengthens national food and environmental security by improving threat detection at entry points. Crucially, the law mandates the health and welfare of these working dogs and creates a formal process for their private adoption upon retirement or failure to complete training.
Key points
Formal establishment of a national center dedicated to training dogs to detect invasive pests and diseases, strengthening agricultural security.
Mandates collaboration between agricultural services and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for more effective border control.
Ensures the health and welfare of all dogs under the Center's care and establishes a private adoption program for retired or untrained dogs.
95%
VOTING RESULTS
2024-12-18
For
381
Against
20
Abstain
0
Status:
Became Law
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