Bill > S06812

This bill establishes a statewide animal abuse hotline administered by the New York Attorney General's office, which will operate 24 hours a day and be accessible through a toll-free number. The Attorney General has the option to delegate hotline management to a non-governmental organization specializing in animal protection. The hotline's primary function is to receive reports of potential animal abuse incidents and immediately transmit these reports to relevant state agencies, local law enforcement, or animal protection organizations. The bill requires the Attorney General to make reasonable efforts to inform the public about the hotline's availability. The hotline will serve as a centralized reporting mechanism for potential animal abuse cases, enabling swift communication and potential intervention to protect animals from harmful situations. The bill will take effect 180 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for developing necessary implementing regulations.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6812