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NJ S1963
NJ S1963Clarifies that compensation may be paid for expenses related to service animals required due to injuries resulting from crime against victim.
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Introduced
03/03/2022
03/03/2022
In Committee
03/03/2022
03/03/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill specifically provides that crime victims may be awarded compensation for those expenses related to procuring or providing treatment to a service animal when a service animal is required by the victim due to injuries sustained by the victim as a result of the crime. Under the bill, a "service animal," as defined by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, is any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability.
AI Summary
This bill specifically provides that crime victims may be awarded compensation for expenses related to procuring or providing treatment to a service animal when a service animal is required by the victim due to injuries sustained as a result of the crime. The bill defines a "service animal" as any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 03/03/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S1963 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1963_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1963_I1.PDF |
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