Bill > A03122

This bill amends several existing laws to redirect and allocate funding for animal population control programs in New York City. Specifically, the bill establishes that up to 15% of the animal population control fund can be used for program implementation and public education about spaying and neutering. For distinctive Animal Population Control Fund license plates, the annual service charges from New York City residents will now be deposited directly into the city's animal population control fund instead of the state fund. The bill also mandates that any monies from various sources within New York City that are related to animal population control—including fees from different legal sections—will be forwarded by the state comptroller to the New York City animal population control fund. The goal appears to be ensuring that funds generated within New York City are specifically used for local animal population control efforts, with a focus on promoting spaying and neutering services and providing public education about these programs. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3122