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A00740Introduced in the Assembly

Allows a court to determine legal ownership of a companion animal, taking into consideration the well-being of the companion animal, during proceedings for dissolution of marriage, legal separation and proceedings commenced by individuals who have both resided with the companion animal.

IntroducedAssembly Judiciary

Introduced by Linda Rosenthal, District 67

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Allows a court to determine legal ownership of a companion animal, taking into consideration the well-being of the companion animal, during proceedings for dissolution of marriage, legal separation and proceedings commenced by individuals who have both resided with the companion animal.

Where it stands

referred to judiciary

January 7, 2026

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Bill history

  1. referred to judiciary

  2. referred to judiciary

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