Bill > A03184

This bill creates the Rescued Animals Spay and Neuter Fund, a special fund designed to support animal population control efforts. Starting in 2025, both individual and corporate taxpayers will have the option to voluntarily contribute whole dollar amounts to the fund when filing their state income tax returns. These contributions will not reduce the taxpayer's tax liability. The fund will be jointly managed by the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets and the State Comptroller, and it will receive money from voluntary tax return contributions, legislative appropriations, and potential grants or gifts. The Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets is required to provide an annual public report detailing how the fund's money was used, including specifics about disbursements, award recipients, and financial plans. The fund's moneys will be specifically used for purposes outlined in section 117-a of the Agriculture and Markets Law, which relates to animal population control, likely focusing on spaying and neutering programs for rescued animals. The bill aims to provide a dedicated funding mechanism to support animal welfare and population management efforts in the state.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3184