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This bill proposes to amend existing statutes to create a misdemeanor offense for intentionally misrepresenting a dog as a service animal in order to gain accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The legislation specifically targets individuals who outfit their dogs with service animal gear (such as vests, harnesses, or patches) without the animal having received proper training or certification. The bill's purpose is to protect the integrity of service animal protections by discouraging fraudulent behavior that could potentially undermine the rights of individuals with disabilities who genuinely rely on trained service animals. By making such misrepresentation a misdemeanor, the law aims to prevent people from falsely claiming their pets are service animals to gain access to places or services where pets are typically not allowed, which can create challenges and potential safety risks for those who truly depend on trained service animals to assist with their disabilities.

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