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- H.R.4103
H.R.4103: Canine Members of the Armed Forces Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced Feb. 28, 2012
- Latest Major Action March 15, 2012
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
48 (41 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Canine Members of the Armed Forces Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to classify military working dogs as canine members of the Armed Forces. Requires that such dogs no longer be classified as equipment. Provides that if a dog should be retired, and no suitable adoption is available at the military facility where the dog is located, the dog may transferred to the 341st Training Squadron or to another location for adoption....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
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| Feb. 28, 2012 |
Introduced in the House by Walter B. Jones (R-N.C.) |