New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 497: Expands list of animals prohibited from use in traveling animal acts; limits certain exceptions to apply only at educational institutions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 497 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Expands list of animals prohibited from use in traveling animal acts; limits certain exceptions to apply only at educational institutions. Primary sponsor: Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabe Rodriguez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Shama Haider | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Sweeney, Marisa | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee