New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 3453: Establishes pilot program in DOE to use therapy dogs in public elementary school wellness programs.

Passed one chamber Last action May 28, 2026: Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Education Committee

Plain-language summary

S 3453 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on February 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes pilot program in DOE to use therapy dogs in public elementary school wellness programs. Primary sponsor: Jim Beach (Democratic), Tony Bucco (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2026): Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jim Beach (Democratic); Tony Bucco (Republican). 3 co-sponsors.