Designates May of each year as "Pet Appreciation Month" and third full week of May of each year as "Pet Adoption Week" in New Jersey.
This bill designates May as "Pet Appreciation Month" and the third full week of that month as "Pet Adoption Week" throughout New Jersey. It directly affects pet owners, animal shelters, and the general public by establishing official state observances to encourage pet care and adoption. The key mechanism is a request for the Governor to issue an annual proclamation calling on citizens to participate in programs and activities during these designated times. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the benefits of pet ownership and to promote the adoption of animals from local shelters and rescues.
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Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 22, 2026
Last action Jun 22, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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Angela McKnight
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