A2049

Prohibits sale of cats, dogs, or rabbits by pet shops; repeals "Pet Purchase Protection Act."

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2049 prohibits pet shops from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits, and repeals the "Pet Purchase Protection Act.

New Jersey A2049 prohibits pet shops from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits. It repeals the "Pet Purchase Protection Act" and replaces it with a prohibition on the sale of these animals by pet shops. The bill imposes a $1,000 fine for each violation of this prohibition, to be collected in a civil action. Pet shops are allowed to sell other types of animals and pet supplies for any type of animal, including cats, dogs, and rabbits, if licensed by the municipality.

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Current
Commerce and Economic Development Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee