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This bill establishes a Retired Police Dog Care Fund administered by the secretary of the executive office of public safety and security. The fund will be financed through appropriations, grants, gifts, and investment income, with any unspent money rolling over to the next fiscal year instead of returning to the General Fund. The fund's purpose is to provide grants to non-profit organizations within Massachusetts for the medical care and support of retired police dogs, as defined in existing law. The secretary will be responsible for ensuring that funds are allocated to reputable organizations that can provide appropriate care for these retired service animals. Additionally, the bill requires an annual report by March 1st detailing the fund's financial activities, including credited amounts, expenditures, and remaining balance, which will be submitted to legislative clerks, the joint committee on public safety and homeland security, and the senate and house committees on ways and means. This legislation aims to provide ongoing support for police dogs after they have completed their service in law enforcement.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2735