Sen. Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove of the 9th Legislative District are voicing their opposition to Bill A-2401, the “Responsible Dog Ownership Act,” which would establish dog leashing and fencing requirements in New Jersey. The lawmakers believe the measure is unnecessary, and plan to vote against it.

As the bill explains, “The Legislature finds and declares that there is a need to focus attention on the behavior of, and safe interaction…