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US S1029

Courthouse Dogs Act


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Introduced
04/04/2019
In Committee
01/30/2020
Crossed Over
12/23/2019
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

Courthouse Dogs Act Courthouse Dogs Act This bill authorizes federal courts to allow a certified facility dog to accompany a witness testifying in a criminal proceeding.

AI Summary

This bill, the Courthouse Dogs Act, authorizes federal courts to allow the use of certified facility dogs to accompany witnesses testifying in criminal proceedings. A certified facility dog is a dog that has graduated from an accredited assistance dog organization and is trained to provide emotional support and comfort to witnesses. The bill outlines the process for requesting the use of a certified facility dog, the conditions for court approval, and the requirements for the dog's handler. The bill also allows the court to make any necessary orders to preserve the fairness of the proceedings, including restrictions on the dog's presence.

Committee Categories

Justice, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 01/30/2020)

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