The bill establishes the Responsible Animal Breeding Working Group within the Department of Agriculture in New Jersey. This five-member group is tasked with ensuring that residents have access to responsibly bred purebred animals. The working group will develop legislative, administrative, and policy recommendations to verify that animal breeders and retail outlets are breeding purebred animals responsibly. Additionally, it will study and propose strategies to eliminate unethical breeding practices and create a plan for implementing these recommendations. The group will consist of representatives from various organizations, including an independent animal rights organization, the New Coalition of Responsible Pet Stores, the American Kennel Club, the New Jersey Farm Bureau, and the New Jersey Federation of Dog Clubs.

The working group is required to submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature within one year of its formation. This report will include suggestions for legislative and administrative actions to ensure responsible breeding practices in the state. The group will operate without compensation but may be reimbursed for necessary expenses. The bill will take effect immediately and will expire upon the submission of the final report.