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MI HB5776

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

9/9/2014

Primary Sponsor

Phil Cavanagh

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards to promulgate rules mandating initial and periodic training for law enforcement officers on handling dogs and other pet animals during law enforcement situations

  • Training must include instruction in recognizing animal behavior to reduce encounters with dogs and other pet animals

  • Training must cover appropriate nonlethal means of dealing with animals when designated animal control officers are not available

Legislative Description

Law enforcement; training; training and policy regarding nonlethal options for handling dog behavior while in the line of duty; provide for. Amends 1965 PA 203 (MCL 28.601 - 28.616) by adding sec. 9e.

Animals, dogs

Last Action

Printed Bill Filed 09/10/2014

9/10/2014

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice9/9/2014

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