Relates to crimes against animals; establishes the New York state animal abuser registry; makes conforming changes; and repeals section 353-a of the agriculture and markets law
Introduced: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- Introduced
- Latest action
- May 13, 2026
What it does
Establishes criminal offenses related to cruelty to and the killing of animals; provides for enhanced sentencing and victim statements; requires landlords to check the animal abuser registry; establishes the New York state animal abuser registry; makes conforming changes; repeals provisions relating to aggravated cruelty to animals.
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While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money in New York.