Designates May of each year as "Pet Appreciation Month" and third full week of May of each year as "Pet Adoption Week" in New Jersey.
This bill designates May as "Pet Appreciation Month" and the third full week of May as "Pet Adoption Week" throughout New Jersey. The resolution directly affects residents, pet owners, and animal shelters by encouraging public recognition of pets and promoting adoption efforts during the specified period. It relies on the Governor to issue an annual proclamation inviting citizens and officials to observe these designations with related programs and activities. The measure does not alter laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about pet ownership benefits and the need for animal shelter support.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 14, 2026
Last action May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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Carol Murphy
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