Establishes "Justin's Law", authorizes law enforcement agencies to use canines to detect illicit narcotics
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
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- Latest action
- May 7, 2026
What it does
SB 1782 - This act establishes "Justin's Law". The Director of the Department of Public Safety shall establish the Illicit Narcotics Canine Committee (INCC). The primary purpose of the INCC is to review applicants and award funds for illicit narcotics canine programs. This committee shall also create a list of approved kennels that programs can choose from when purchasing a canine. The INCC shall consist of nine members that shall be appointed by the Director.\r \r \tThis act authorizes police or county sheriff departments to establish an illicit narcotics canine program within the department. A program established under this provision must use law enforcement dogs that have been trained to…
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