AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TASK FORCE TO STUDY THE PROVISION OF EMERGENCY TREATMENT TO AND TRANSPORTATION OF AN ANIMAL THAT IS INJURED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF ITS DUTIES UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A PEACE OFFICER.

HB 6964 establishes a task force to study how to provide emergency treatment and transportation for animals (like police dogs) injured while performing duties under a peace officer. The task force will examine appropriate circumstances for care, required training for emergency medical personnel, available veterinary facilities, equipment sanitation, and scope of practice issues. Composed of appointed members including police officers, EMS providers, and legislative leaders, it must submit a report by January 1, 2026. This procedural bill does not create new law but directs a study to inform potential future policy changes.