New Jersey Makes History by Banning Wild Animals From Circus Acts

It’s now illegal for any traveling show featuring exotic animals such as elephants in New Jersey. Gov. Phil Murphy signed the bill on Dec. 14, and it goes into effect immediately. "Mobile or traveling housing facility means a vehicle, including a truck, trailer, or railway car, used to transport or house an animal used for performance. Performance means any animal act, carnival, circus, display, exhibition, exposition, fair, parade, petting zoo, presentation, public showing, race, ride, trade show, or similar undertaking in which animals perform tricks, give rides, or participate as accompaniments for the entertainment, amusement, or benefit of a live audience."