S 4444 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires certain consumer disclosures relating to rabies testing and establishes optional training for veterinarians.

This bill requires veterinarians and health officials to provide pet owners with clear written and verbal information about rabies testing procedures, including reasons for testing, handling protocols, and disposal methods. Under the new rules, owners must sign an acknowledgment form before a dead pet can be tested, unless the owner cannot be contacted or refuses to sign. The law also prohibits veterinarians from using vague language or euphemisms when explaining these processes and mandates that the Department of Health create educational materials for the public. Additionally, the bill establishes optional training for veterinarians to better inform pet owners about rabies vaccines and testing protocols.
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Introduced Jun 11, 2026 Last action Jun 11, 2026
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Jun 11, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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