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PA HB1344
Bill
Status
4/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mike Armanini
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AI Summary
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Amends Title 53 to require the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission to establish training and certification standards specifically for police canine units detecting fentanyl
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Mandates consultation with experts who train canines to detect controlled substances, law enforcement using detection canines, and canine training specialists for law enforcement
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Requires input from licensed medical professionals and veterinarians on protocols to minimize fentanyl exposure to canines and handlers, detecting clinical signs of exposure, and providing emergency medical treatment
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Standards must be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin after establishment or updates
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In employees, further providing for canine training standards for police officers.
Last Action
Re-committed to Appropriations
2/4/2026