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Introduced
02/28/2022
02/28/2022
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits surgical declawing of cats and other animals.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the surgical declawing of cats and other animals, unless deemed necessary for a therapeutic purpose by a licensed veterinarian. It defines "therapeutic purpose" as addressing a medical condition that compromises the animal's health, and excludes cosmetic, aesthetic, or convenience reasons. Veterinarians must file a written statement with the Department of Health when performing such procedures, and failure to comply can result in disciplinary action. Violations of the bill's provisions are considered a disorderly persons offense.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (6)
Vin Gopal (D)*,
Troy Singleton (D)*,
Nilsa Cruz-Perez (D),
Linda Greenstein (D),
Gordon Johnson (D),
Andrew Zwicker (D),
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 02/16/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S1803 |
| Fiscal Note - Fiscal Estimate 10/10/23; as introduced | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S2000/1803_E1.PDF |
| Analysis - Statement SEG 2/16/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S2000/1803_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1803_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1803_I1.PDF |
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