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OH HB241
Bill
Status
Introduced
5/25/2011
Primary Sponsor
Lorraine Fende
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AI Summary
- Extends public accommodation access rights to law enforcement dogs and their handlers, in addition to existing access for assistance dogs and disabled individuals
- Law enforcement employees or trainers accompanied by a law enforcement dog may enter public conveyances, hotels, lodging places, public accommodations, amusement venues, educational institutions, and other public spaces with the same rights as other patrons
- Prohibits denial of accommodations or facilities to law enforcement employees/trainers with police dogs and prohibits charging fees for the dog's presence
- Defines "law enforcement dog" as a canine as defined in section 955.012 of the Revised Code and "law enforcement agency" using the same statutory definition
- Dogs must follow existing rules: cannot occupy seats on public conveyances and must be leashed while using common carrier facilities
Legislative Description
To provide access to places of public accommodation for police dogs.
Police dogs-access to places of public accommodation
Last Action
To Criminal Justice
5/25/2011
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