Bill > HR37

This resolution designates March 13, 2025, as "K9 Veterans Awareness and Services Day" in Pennsylvania to honor and recognize the critical contributions of working dogs across various sectors. The resolution highlights the historical significance of the U.S. K9 Corps, which was officially created on March 13, 1942, and acknowledges the diverse roles these animals play in military, law enforcement, and support services. It recognizes working dogs' contributions in areas such as customs, search and rescue, border patrol, police services, drug enforcement, and support for people with disabilities or mental health challenges. The resolution emphasizes the loyalty, bravery, and selflessness of these animals, who often place themselves in harm's way to protect their handlers and the public. The House of Representatives urges all government agencies and groups that utilize working dogs to make special efforts on this day to recognize and appreciate the protection and assistance these remarkable animals provide to Pennsylvania and the nation.