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NJ A2833

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brian Rumpf

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Veterinarians in New Jersey would be authorized to place physically healthy animals in suitable homes or shelters instead of euthanizing them when owners request euthanasia for behavioral reasons only
  • The veterinarian must determine that the animal's behavior does not pose a permanent threat to public safety and that the animal can be rehabilitated before exercising this option
  • Prior to placement, the veterinarian must inform the owner that the animal is capable of being rehabilitated
  • Transfer of custody to the veterinarian for euthanasia purposes, followed by placement in a home or shelter, constitutes a permanent transfer of ownership with the original owner forfeiting all rights
  • Veterinarians who transfer animals under these provisions are relieved of further liability regarding those animals

Legislative Description

Authorizes veterinarians to transfer ownership of animals rather than euthanizing them, under certain circumstances.

Regulated Professions

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Regulated Professions1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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