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A11651Introduced in the Assembly

Directs the court to consider whether the companion animal was acquired prior to or during the marriage; the basic daily needs of the companion animal; the party who generally facilitates veterinary care for the companion animal; the party who generally provides the companion animal with social interaction; the party who generally ensures compliance with state and local regulations regarding the companion animal; and the party who provides the greater ability to financially support the companion animal.

IntroducedAssembly Judiciary

Introduced by Linda Rosenthal, District 67

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Directs the court to consider whether the companion animal was acquired prior to or during the marriage; the basic daily needs of the companion animal; the party who generally facilitates veterinary care for the companion animal; the party who generally provides the companion animal with social interaction; the party who generally ensures compliance with state and local regulations regarding the companion animal; and the party who provides the greater ability to financially support the companion animal.

Where it stands

referred to judiciary

July 29, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. referred to judiciary

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