Bill > A08926

This bill proposes to amend the New York public health law by adding a new section that explicitly prohibits the culinary practice of ikizukuri (also known as ikezukuri), which is a Japanese technique of preparing seafood as sashimi while the fish is still alive. The bill makes it unlawful for any person within the state to engage in this practice, effectively banning the preparation method that involves serving live seafood. Ikizukuri is considered a controversial culinary technique that raises significant animal welfare concerns, as it involves preparing and serving seafood in a way that keeps the animal alive during the preparation and initial serving process. The bill will take effect thirty days after it becomes law, with provisions allowing for the immediate preparation of any necessary regulations to implement the prohibition. By introducing this legislation, the bill seeks to address ethical concerns surrounding the treatment of live seafood during food preparation and protect animal welfare in the context of culinary practices.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8926