Regulates performance of pet grooming services.
This bill requires pet groomers in New Jersey who face three or more verified complaints about negligent service (such as pet injuries, illness, escape, or death) within a year to register with the Division of Consumer Affairs. It mandates that groomers notify clients about their registration status and display this information at their facilities. The Division will investigate complaints filed within 90 days of an incident, maintain a public online list of registered groomers with details about their complaints, and remove names after registration expires. Violating the registration requirement carries a daily penalty of $1,000. The law directly affects pet groomers (businesses or individuals) and provides pet owners with a formal complaint process and public information.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 12, 2026
Last action Feb 12, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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Tony Bucco
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