Rep. Nedweski: K9 Riggs Act signed into law, strengthening protections for police dogs

MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R-Pleasant Prairie) issued the following statement celebrating the signing of AB 61, known as the K9 Riggs Act, into law. Authored by Rep. Nedweski and Senator Van Wanggaard (R–Racine), the bill increases criminal penalties for intentionally injuring or killing a law enforcement or fire service animal: “Today is a victory for public safety,...