Bill > S00154

This bill directs the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets to create and maintain a searchable online database for lost and found domestic animals. The database will allow individuals to enter details about missing or found pets, including the type of animal, name, identification number, photo, and county location. Personal contact information will be kept confidential within the department. The website will be searchable by county and animal type, with entries maintained for three years. Additionally, the database will include a comprehensive guide with nine practical tips for pet owners searching for lost animals, such as acting quickly, searching the neighborhood, using social media, creating lost pet signs, contacting local shelters, and being cautious of potential pet recovery scams. The bill aims to help reunite lost pets with their owners by providing a centralized, user-friendly platform for reporting and searching for missing animals. The new database will take effect 180 days after becoming law, giving the department time to develop and implement the system.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S154