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NY A00162

NY A00162
Creates a task force on animal laws and requires reporting to the governor and legislature of recommendations on how to increase statewide uniformity of such.


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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the agriculture and markets law, in relation to establishing a task force on animal laws; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

AI Summary

This bill establishes a task force on animal laws within the Department of Agriculture and Markets to examine, evaluate, and determine how to improve the relationship between animals and humans and animal protection laws in New York. The task force will consist of 15 members with expertise in various fields related to animals, including animal agriculture, companion animals, wildlife protection, animal law enforcement, and animal health. The task force is required to study existing laws, rules, and regulations governing animals and make recommendations to modernize these laws, with some exceptions. The task force must hold public hearings and submit preliminary and final reports to the governor and legislature, including legislative proposals to implement its recommendations. The act will take effect 60 days after it becomes law and expire 24 months after that date.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

referred to agriculture (on 01/05/2022)

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