Bill > A03498

This bill expands the legal definition of crops, livestock, and livestock products under New York's agriculture and markets law to include several specific categories of purpose-bred animals. These categories include various types of working dogs (such as law enforcement, military, and protective security dogs), personal service dogs (like service, therapy, guide, and hearing dogs), livestock and wildlife control dogs, other service animals, and research animals raised specifically for biomedical research purposes. The bill defines research animals as those maintained to promote human or animal health and wellness, and working dogs as animals trained and used for specific professional or assistance purposes. By broadening the definition, the bill likely aims to recognize the value and contributions of these specialized animals in various professional, assistance, and scientific contexts, potentially providing them with enhanced legal protections or recognition under agricultural regulations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3498