A2833

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

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2833 allows veterinarians to transfer ownership of animals to shelters or homes instead of euthanizing them, if certain conditions are.

New Jersey A2833 amends the "New Jersey Unretrieved Animal Act" to allow veterinarians to transfer ownership of animals to suitable homes or shelters instead of euthanizing them, under specific conditions. This applies when the animal is physically healthy, the euthanasia request is due to behavioral issues, the animal poses no permanent threat to public safety, and the veterinarian determines the animal can be rehabilitated. The owner must be informed that the animal can be rehabilitated before the transfer.

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Where it stands

Current
Regulated Professions Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee