Bill > S07812

This bill, titled "Bella's Law," amends the Agriculture and Markets Law to establish a requirement that the New York Office of Children and Family Services investigate individuals accused or investigated for animal abuse crimes. The purpose is to ensure there is no associated domestic or family violence, and to require law enforcement to notify and coordinate with the Office of Children and Family Services in such investigations and arrests. The bill defines key terms like "animal abuse crime," "accused," and "investigated," and outlines the duties and procedures for the investigation and sharing of information between agencies. The bill aims to address the correlation between animal abuse and domestic violence, and to provide protective measures for families and animals.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S7812