S.1916

Establishes Domestic Violence Shelter Pet Grant Program to provide funds to house pets in shelters with their owners.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1916 establishes a grant program to fund domestic violence shelters for housing pets with their owners.

New Jersey S1916 establishes the Domestic Violence Shelter Pet Grant Program within the Department of Human Services. This program provides funds to domestic violence shelters to allow pets of victims to reside with their owners. Shelters must apply for grants, which will cover costs for pet food, medication, toys, and other supplies. Grants are awarded based on the number of pets housed, up to $50,000 per shelter. The program aims to support the health and well-being of pets and their owners during shelter residency.

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Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee