Sec. 1050. Department of Defense policy for the regulation of dangerous dogs
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Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, through the Veterinary Service Activity of the Department of Defense, shall establish a standardized policy applicable across all military communities for the regulation of dangerous dogs that is— breed-neutral; and consistent with advice from professional veterinary and animal behavior experts in regard to effective regulation of dangerous dogs. Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe regulations implementing the policy established under subsection (a). The regulations prescribed under paragraph
(1)shall include strategies, for implementation within all military communities, for the prevention of dog bites that are consistent with the following best practices: Enforcement of comprehensive, non-breed-specific regulations relating to dangerous dogs, with emphasis on identification of dangerous dog behavior and chronically irresponsible owners. Enforcement of animal control regulations, such as leash laws and stray animal control policies. Promotion and communication of resources for pet spaying and neutering. Investment in community education initiatives, such as teaching criteria for pet selection, pet care best practices, owner responsibilities, and safe and appropriate interaction with dogs. In this section, the term military communities means— all installations of the Department; and all military housing, including privatized military housing under subchapter IV of chapter 169 of title 10, United States Code.