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This Concurrent Resolution recognizes the valuable service of military working dogs and their soldier handlers within the Army's tactical explosive detection dog program, which was established to help detect improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Afghanistan and reduce casualties. The resolution acknowledges that these dogs and handlers formed strong bonds during dangerous missions, but that the program's termination in 2014 led to a disorganized disposition process where former soldier handlers were not always given priority to adopt their canine partners. Therefore, this resolution encourages the Army and other government agencies, including law enforcement, that have former tactical explosive detection dogs to prioritize adoption for these former handlers, honoring the sacrifices made by both the dogs and the soldiers.