A 2068 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires registry of animal rescue organizations; requires animal rescue, pet shop, shelter, or pound notify person adopting or purchasing animal of animal's behavioral and medical history; designated as "Rocky's Law."

This bill (A 2068, "Rocky's Law") requires animal rescue organizations, shelters, pounds, and pet shops in New Jersey to document and disclose an animal’s health and behavioral history to potential adopters or buyers. Facilities must obtain veterinary medical records, behavioral assessments, and safety certifications before adoption/sale, including details like medical conditions, past behavior, and vaccination status. They must provide written disclosure to adopters/buyers with a notice that records may be incomplete, and sign a verification form. Non-compliance - including posting unsubstantiated behavioral claims online - incurs penalties, and facilities may face liability for harm caused by undisclosed behavioral issues.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee
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Linda Carter
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