Establishes "Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Grant Program" in DMVA.
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Overview
This bill creates a grant program within the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) to help connect disabled veterans with service dogs. The program will provide grants to nonprofit organizations that train and provide these service dogs. The grant applications will need to include details about the training, support services, and marketing efforts, as well as adherence to humane animal standards. The program also ensures veterans won’t be charged fees for service dogs and provides veterinary insurance coverage.
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James Beach
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