Requires the municipal police training council establish a use of force policy for companion animals
This bill requires the municipal police training council to create and regularly update a model policy for law enforcement officers on how to use force when encountering companion animals. The policy must cover understanding animal behavior, tactical best practices, and safe handling techniques specifically for dogs, cats, and other domesticated pets kept in households, while explicitly excluding farm animals. By establishing these guidelines, the legislation aims to standardize officer training and ensure consistent, safe interactions with pets during police encounters.
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 14, 2026
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Sarah Clark
DDemocratic/Working Families
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