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NJ S196

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Patrick Diegnan

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits animal rescue organizations, shelters, pounds, and foster homes from denying dog or cat adoption applications solely based on the applicant's age
  • Requires all covered adoption facilities to ensure their eligibility criteria comply with the age discrimination prohibition
  • Applies to New Jersey facilities under Title 4 of the Revised Statutes governing animal welfare
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment
  • Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session (222nd Legislature)

Legislative Description

Prohibits certain animal adoption centers from denying applicant for adoption of dog or cat solely due to applicant's age.

Economic Growth

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Economic Growth1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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