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Local police armoured truck use questioned by Johnson County officials
Johnson County officials respond to federal limits on surplus military gear with MRAP concerns. Sheriff Lonny Pulkrabek says the vehicle remains a non offensive rescue tool used sparingly for floods and officer safety. Supervisor Janelle Rettig urges repurposing or return, while the White House orders increased accountability and stricter transfer procedures for equipment acquisitions.
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