New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 502: Requires prescriptions for animals to be issued in name of animal owner; prohibits unnamed persons from possessing prescribed drugs; and requires Prescription Monitoring Program to include information about controlled substances prescribed by veterinarians.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee

Plain-language summary

A 502 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires prescriptions for animals to be issued in name of animal owner; prohibits unnamed persons from possessing prescribed drugs; and requires Prescription Monitoring Program to include information about controlled substances prescribed by veterinarians. Primary sponsor: Bob Auth (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Bob Auth (Republican).