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NJ S434
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Stack
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AI Summary
- Prohibits pet shops in New Jersey from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits, with a $500 fine per violation
- Repeals the "Pet Purchase Protection Act" (P.L.1999, c.336) and replaces it with new animal sale regulations
- Makes it unlawful under consumer fraud law for breeders or brokers to knowingly sell cats or dogs that are unfit for purchase due to congenital, hereditary, or pre-existing health conditions
- Allows pet shops to collaborate with animal rescue organizations, shelters, and pounds to showcase adoptable animals in their stores, provided no compensation is exchanged
- Prohibits animal rescue organizations, shelters, and pounds from obtaining cats, dogs, or rabbits from breeders or brokers in exchange for payment or compensation
Legislative Description
Prohibits sale of cats, dogs, or rabbits by pet shops; repeals "Pet Purchase Protection Act."
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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