A4587

Provides for spaying and neutering stray or feral cats and establishes fund therefor; designated as "Compassion for Community Cats Law."

Introduced·3/10/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A4587 mandates spaying and neutering for stray or feral cats and establishes a fund for this purpose.

New Jersey A4587, known as the "Compassion for Community Cats Law," requires spaying and neutering for stray or feral cats and establishes a fund for this purpose. The bill mandates that cats must be spayed or neutered by a licensed veterinarian before being released for adoption from shelters or kennels. Exceptions include cats less than two months old, those deemed unfit for surgery by a veterinarian, or those being transferred to another shelter or foster home.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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History

Mar 10

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee