That K-9s could be exposed to opioids is a reflection of the epidemic we’re seeing.

Maryland state Del. Clarence Lam, who sponsored legislation that will protect police officers from liability when administering the drug that reverses overdoses to drug-sniffing dogs who have been exposed to fentanyl, which can be absorbed through the skin and fatal in a "microscopic amount."

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Maryland state Del. Clarence Lam, who sponsored legislation that will protect police officers from liability when administering the drug that reverses overdoses to drug-sniffing dogs who have been exposed to fentanyl, which can be absorbed through the skin and fatal in a "microscopic amount."

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Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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