A Resolution designating March 13, 2025, as "K9 Veterans Awareness and Services Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution designates March 13, 2025, as "K9 Veterans Awareness and Services Day" in Pennsylvania. It recognizes the significant contributions of military working dogs, service dogs, and other canine partners who serve in the military, law enforcement, and other capacities. The resolution aims to raise awareness and express gratitude for their service and sacrifice.
Key provisions
- Designates March 13, 2025, as K9 Veterans Awareness and Services Day in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges the service of military working dogs, service dogs, and other canine partners.
- Recognizes the establishment of the official United States K9 Corps in 1942.
- Honors Joseph J. White for establishing K9 Veterans Day.
- Recognizes the roles of dogs in customs, search and rescue, border patrol, and other services.
- Acknowledges the protection and assistance provided by dogs in military conflicts.
- Recognizes the loyalty and devotion of working dogs.
- Urges government agencies to recognize and appreciate working dogs' contributions.
Who is affected
- Military personnel and their canine partners
- Law enforcement agencies and their canine partners
- Veterans
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Service dog handlers
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