Bill > S04223

This bill introduces a tax credit for individuals who adopt household pets from qualifying animal shelters, pounds, or humane societies. Starting in the 2026 tax year, taxpayers can claim a credit of up to $100 per pet, with a maximum of three pets per year. A "household pet" is defined as a domesticated animal kept primarily for companionship, such as dogs, cats, or other animals typically maintained in or near a home, provided the pet's ownership does not violate any federal, state, or local laws. To claim the credit, taxpayers may be required to provide proof of the pet's adoption and potentially demonstrate that the animal has been spayed or neutered. The bill aims to encourage pet adoption by providing a financial incentive to taxpayers who rescue animals from shelters, potentially helping to reduce the number of homeless pets and support animal welfare organizations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4223