Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara to Host Press Conference Honoring K9 Veterans Day
Local Law Enforcement K9 Units to Join in Recognition of Service and Sacrifice
Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will be joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9 Veterans Day and honor the invaluable contributions of service dogs in law enforcement and the military.
This press conference will highlight the importance of K9 Veterans Day, commemorating the service and sacrifice of military working dogs and law enforcement K9s. Assemblyman Santabarbara will be passing a resolution in the New York State Assembly to officially proclaim March 13, 2025, as K9 Veterans Day in New York State, aligning with the national observance of this important day.
EVENT DETAILS:
| WHO: | Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Schenectady Police Department, Amsterdam Police Department, Schenectady County Sheriff’s Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, New York State Police and their K9 partners |
| WHAT: | Celebration of K9 Veterans Day and Opportunity to Meet and Hear from local K9 Units |
| WHEN: | Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at 11:00 AM |
| WHERE: | LCA Press Room, Room 130, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY |
K9 Veterans Day honors the legacy of the official K9 Corps, established on March 13, 1942, and recognizes the bravery of working dogs that have served in the military, law enforcement, and security roles across the nation. These highly trained canines have played an essential role in protecting communities, securing borders, assisting in search-and-rescue operations, and supporting officers in the field.
Assemblyman Santabarbara has long been a strong advocate for recognizing service animals, and this event will underscore the significant impact these K9 heroes have on public safety and national security.