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NY S01784

NY S01784
Relates to the inspection of property that has been vacated for abandoned animals; requires property owners and lessors to inspect such property within three days and to immediately notify the appropriate authorities when such person finds an animal which appears to be abandoned.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
04/08/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the agriculture and markets law, in relation to requiring property owners and lessors of certain properties that have been vacated to inspect such property for abandoned animals

AI Summary

This bill amends the agriculture and markets law to require property owners or lessors to inspect properties that have been vacated due to eviction, foreclosure, mortgage default, or abandonment within three days of knowing the property is vacant. If the owner, lessor, or their designee finds an abandoned animal during this inspection, they must immediately notify local authorities like dog control officers, police, or animal protection societies to retrieve or care for the animal. The bill imposes civil penalties of up to $500 for a first offense and $1,000 for subsequent offenses for failing to conduct the required inspection, with collected funds going to the animal population control fund. Importantly, the person who finds the abandoned animal is not considered the animal's owner or caretaker, and the law does not limit the ability of animal protection or law enforcement agencies to enforce existing animal welfare laws. This legislation aims to ensure the safety and prompt care of animals potentially left behind during property transitions.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE (on 01/07/2026)

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