S 3692 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Requires certain consumer disclosures relating to rabies testing and establishes optional training for veterinarians.

S 3692 requires veterinarians to provide clear, written and verbal disclosures to pet owners before rabies testing on dead animals, detailing the testing process, body handling, disposal (including that the head may not be returned for cremation or burial), and prohibiting misleading language. It mandates that veterinarians distribute a bilingual pamphlet explaining rabies testing protocols and burial/cremation implications to owners at the time of rabies vaccination, and display a related poster in their offices. The bill also establishes an optional mental health training program for veterinarians and staff, which grants certification upon completion to promote trauma-informed care and reduce mental health stigma in the veterinary industry. Violations of the disclosure requirements are subject to consumer fraud penalties under state law.
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Introduced Sep 30, 2024 Last action Sep 30, 2024
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Sep 30, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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