PEARL Act
The PEARL Act directs the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency to create a pilot program that adopts dogs from local animal shelters to serve as support animals for its existing canine unit. This initiative is designed to provide emotional assistance to the handlers and agents who work with these dogs, with the program set to run for a three-year period. By requiring the adoption of shelter dogs, the legislation also aims to support local animal welfare organizations while enhancing the well-being of CBP personnel.
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Introduction
Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 18, 2026
Last action Sep 10, 2026
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Sep 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 119-812.
lower
Jun 24, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
lower
Jun 18, 2026
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
lower
Jun 18, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 7 co-sponsors
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