New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 3 R cosponsors

S 2501 — Establishes certain animal abuse offenses committed in manner manifesting extreme indifference to value of animal's life as crime of second degree; designated as "River's Law."

Last action — INT 1RS REF SEG

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

River's Law-animal abuse, value of animal's life, second degree crime

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html January 06, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SEG

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 117 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (117)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 2501 do?
River's Law-animal abuse, value of animal's life, second degree crime
Who sponsors S 2501?
S 2501 is sponsored by Bucco, Anthony M. (Republican), Corrado, Kristin M. (Republican), and O'Scanlon Jr., Declan J. (Republican).
What is the current status of S 2501?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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