SB 1782·MO·senate
Establishes "Justin's Law", authorizes law enforcement agencies to use canines to detect illicit narcotics
FailedFiled Feb 26, 2026
Sponsor: Adam Schnelting (R)
Latest Action
Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
May 7, 2026
Summary
The bill sets up the Illicit Narcotics Canine Committee to review applications and award money from a new $500,000 annual fund. Police and county sheriff departments can apply for up to $35,000 to start or run a drug‑detection dog program, provided the dogs and handlers meet certification, training and reporting standards.
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