New Jersey A4205 establishes a grant program for school districts to implement animal therapy programs.

New Jersey A4205 creates a grant program within the Department of Education to fund school districts implementing animal therapy programs. The Commissioner of Education will select two districts from each region of the state, aiming for a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas. Grant recipients must report annually on their experiences and the program's effects. The commissioner will provide guidance on using therapy animals, including training for handlers, health evaluations, and insurance considerations.

New Jersey A4205 establishes a grant program for school districts to implement animal therapy programs.

New Jersey A4205 creates a grant program within the Department of Education to fund school districts implementing animal therapy programs. The Commissioner of Education will select two districts from each region of the state, aiming for a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas. Grant recipients must report annually on their experiences and the program's effects. The commissioner will provide guidance on using therapy animals, including training for handlers, health evaluations, and insurance considerations.