Bill > S07011

This bill, named "Peanut's law: humane animal protection act," establishes new procedural safeguards for wildlife sanctuaries when their animals are at risk of seizure or euthanization. The legislation requires an administrative hearing before an animal can be seized or put down, except in cases of immediate public safety threat verified by a licensed veterinarian. The bill defines a sanctuary as a legally registered 501(c)(3) organization or facility with a valid tax identification number that houses wild animals. If an animal is seized, the department must now provide a mandatory 72-hour waiting period before euthanization, during which the sanctuary or owner can appeal the decision. An emergency review board consisting of a veterinarian, sanctuary representative, and public health official will convene to review the case, and the animal must be safely contained during the appeal. The department is required to issue a quarterly report to state leaders detailing animal seizures, euthanizations, and appellate outcomes, which will be published on their website. If an animal is euthanized and subsequent test results are negative, the sanctuary can seek legal redress. The law aims to balance animal welfare, public safety, and due process rights for animal sanctuaries.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7011