SCR 194 — Relative to Service Dog Appreciation Month.

Bill20250SCR_019497CHP Text97 -INTRODUCED SCR-1942026-08-03 PASSED_ASSEMBLY 2026-08-26 PASSED_SENATE 2026-08-20 ENROLLED 2026-08-30 CHAPTERED 2026-09-03 FILED 2026-09-03 2025 0 SCR 194 CHP 2026 CHR 0 221 Introduced by Senator Seyarto LEAD_AUTHOR SENATE Seyarto Relative to Service Dog Appreciation Month.

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andWHEREAS, Despite a significant need, the average wait time to obtain a service dog is about three years;

andWHEREAS, September is celebrated as National Service Dog Month each year to honor the contribution skilled K–9 partners offer to their owners;

now, therefore, be itResolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims the month of September 2026 as Service Dog Appreciation Month;

and be it furtherResolved, That Californians are grateful for the service and dedication these loyal companions provide for their owners and communities;

and be it furtherResolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.