New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 196: Prohibits certain animal adoption centers from denying applicant for adoption of dog or cat solely due to applicant's age.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

Plain-language summary

S 196 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits certain animal adoption centers from denying applicant for adoption of dog or cat solely due to applicant's age. Primary sponsor: Diegnan, Patrick J., Jr.. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Diegnan, Patrick J., Jr.. 1 co-sponsor.