trainers, handlers and other helpers in the military, law
enforcement and otherwise to save and protect human life; and
WHEREAS, Many residents of this Commonwealth have
participated in and continue to actively participate in and
engage in K9 training and operational activities to protect
lives and property through the military, law enforcement and
other groups; and
WHEREAS, K9 services now include dogs and their handlers,
trainers and other helpers involved in customs, search and
rescue, border patrol, police services, secret service, drug
enforcement and many other capacities, all of which deserve
recognition along with the military working dogs for saving and
protecting our Commonwealth's and nation's way of life due to
the current war on terror and efforts to stop and fight crime;
and
WHEREAS, The military, law enforcement and many other
government agencies and groups have recognized K9 dogs as being
loyal, loving, devoted and known for placing themselves in
harm's way to make the ultimate sacrifice and lay down their
lives for their partners, handlers, trainers and other helpers;
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate designate March 13, 2023, as "K9
Veterans and Services Day" in Pennsylvania to acknowledge,
support and express thanks for the assistance and security
provided by dogs and their trainers, handlers and other helpers
in the military, law enforcement and other services geared
toward protecting life and property in this Commonwealth and the
nation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Senate urge all governmental agencies and
other groups that have and continue to use K9 services to make
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