Congressman Leonard Lance (NJ-7th District)
03/02/2010
Washington D.C.
H Res 812
Engrossed (passed) in House
Lance (R-N.J.)
A resolution
recognizing the significant contributions of the Military Working Dog (MWD)
program to the United States armed forces.
From Bill Text (Version Date:
3/2/2010; 378 words)
Posted Wednesday, 3/3/2010 9:16 a.m.
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BILL
TEXT
H Res 812
VERSION: ENGROSSED (PASSED) IN HOUSE
March 2,
2010
In
the House of Representatives, U. S.,
Whereas
the Military Working Dog Program, or K-9 Corps, was developed in 1942,
shortly after the United States entered World War II;
Whereas Military Working Dogs are trained in
explosive detection,narcotic detection, sentry, patrol, tracking, and other
specific areas;
Whereas more than 19,000 Military Working Dogs
were acquired by the United States Armed Forces during World War II and of
those 19,000, a little more than 10,000 Military Working Dogs were utilized
in the war effort;
Whereas, since September 11, 2001, Military Working Dogs have served in Iraq
and Afghanistan and have been employed in detection work as part of homeland
security and defense efforts;
Whereas retired Military Working Dogs are recognized for
their lifetime of service in the United State Armed Forces; and
(1) recognizes the
significant contributions of the Military Working Dog Program to the United
States Armed Forces;
(2) honors active and retired Military
Working Dogs for their loyal service and dedication to protecting the men and
women of the United States Armed Forces; and
(3) supports
the adoption and care of these quality animals after their service is
over.
Attest:
Clerk.
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