This bill establishes a federal grant program to help pay for medical care for retired working dogs that previously served federal law enforcement and military agencies. The program would provide grants to nonprofit organizations that have at least two years of experience helping retired federal working dogs, allowing these organizations to cover a portion of the medical expenses for dogs that have been officially retired by their federal agencies and are living with their former handlers. The bill authorizes $1 million per year in funding for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support this initiative. The program would be administered by the Department of Homeland Security and requires nonprofits to apply for grant eligibility through a formal application process. This legislation aims to ensure that retired K9 heroes receive necessary medical care during their retirement years.
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