Amends "Law Against Discrimination" to provide every person engaged in raising a dog for guide or service the right to access public facilities.
This bill expands New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination to grant volunteers raising service or guide dogs the same public access rights as people with disabilities. It specifically applies to individuals training dogs for accredited programs before formal instruction, typically between 8 weeks and 18 months of age. To qualify, volunteers must have their dogs wear identifying gear (collar/leash), keep them leashed and under control, and carry program credentials for inspection. These requirements mirror existing rules for professional trainers but extend protections to volunteer dog raisers.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 12, 2024
Last action Feb 12, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
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Carol Murphy
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