Bill > HB1054

This bill introduces two main provisions: first, it requires public and private universities receiving state funds to publish detailed annual reports on animal research by December 31st each year. These reports must include comprehensive information such as total research funding from various sources, a list of active animal research projects, compliance reviews with federal animal welfare regulations, an accounting of animal adoption and euthanasia, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee rosters, and efforts to reduce animal use in research. The second provision modifies peace officer training requirements by adding a mandatory four-hour training component on officer-canine encounters, which will cover understanding canine behavior, handling canine-related calls, using humane methods during interactions, relevant state laws, and nonlethal methods for avoiding or defending against potential canine attacks. This new canine-focused training will be integrated into existing training hours and not add to the total training time. The bill aims to increase transparency in animal research and improve law enforcement's interactions with canines.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1054&year=2025&code=R