Canine police dogs; police agencies; heat alarm system; effective date.

HB 1749 requires all Oklahoma police agencies using canine units - such as city police departments, county sheriff's offices, and campus police - to equip their canine transport vehicles with heat alarm systems. These systems must activate when the vehicle stops or interior temperatures exceed 85°F, triggering an audible alarm, automatically lowering rear windows, and notifying officers of dangerous conditions. The law applies to all agencies operating canine law enforcement programs and takes effect on November 1, 2025. It directly affects law enforcement agencies by mandating specific safety technology to protect police dogs during vehicle operations.