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NY A06996
NY A06996Relates to information to be provided by a veterinarian initially prescribing or dispensing a drug to a dog, cat, or rabbit; extends the effective date of such provisions.
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Introduced
05/10/2023
05/10/2023
In Committee
06/01/2023
06/01/2023
Crossed Over
06/07/2023
06/07/2023
Passed
06/29/2023
06/29/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/30/2023
06/30/2023
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to information to be provided by a veterinarian initially prescribing or dispensing a drug to a dog, cat, or rabbit; and to amend Buoy's law, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
AI Summary
This bill amends the Education Law to require veterinarians to provide specific information to pet owners (dogs, cats, or rabbits) whenever they initially prescribe or dispense a drug for use outside the veterinary office. The required information includes the drug name and description, usage directions, storage instructions, potential side effects, and manufacturer precautions and warnings. The bill also extends the effective date of these provisions from 180 days to 18 months after becoming law, to allow time for implementation.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
signed chap.153 (on 06/30/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A6996 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A06996&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A06996 |
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