H7133Introduced in the House
Permits the family court to award possession of household pets to the plaintiff in a domestic abuse complaint, including the enforcement remedy of a restraining order or other injunctive relief.
Introduced by John Lombardi, District 8
What does this bill do?
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Official description
DOMESTIC RELATIONS -- DOMESTIC ABUSE PREVENTION - Permits the family court to award possession of household pets to the plaintiff in a domestic abuse complaint, including the enforcement remedy of a restraining order or other injunctive relief.
Where it stands
Referred to Senate Judiciary
April 14, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Passage · April 7, 2026
72
Yes
1
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | 1 | Yes |
| Christopher Blazejewski | 2 | Yes |
| Nathan Biah | 3 | Yes |
| Rebecca Kislak | 4 | Yes |
| Anthony DeSimone | 5 | Yes |
| Raymond Hull | 6 | Yes |
| David Morales | 7 | Yes |
| John Lombardi | 8 | Yes |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | Yes |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/05/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (04/02/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on House Calendar (04/07/2026)
House passed Sub A
Referred to Senate Judiciary
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