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NY S07846
Bill
Status
6/13/2014
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Libous
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AI Summary
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Requires petting zoo operators to provide and maintain at least one hand washing or hand cleansing facility (soap and water, anti-bacterial fluids, foams, gels, or wipes) located within 50 feet of the exit from the petting zoo area.
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Mandates conspicuous signage at every petting zoo exit warning that animals may carry germs and bacteria causing disease, recommending hand washing, and indicating the facility's location.
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Extends hand washing facility requirements to carnivals, fairs, amusement parks, farms, and farmers' markets that feature live animals patrons may physically touch, hold, or pet.
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Requires signage at qualifying animal facilities recommending patrons wash or cleanse hands after animal contact and indicating facility locations.
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Imposes civil penalties of up to $500 for petting zoo operators who fail to maintain required hand washing facilities and signage; authorizes the state health commissioner and NYC health commissioner to establish additional rules regarding bacteria and virus control at animal facilities.
Legislative Description
Requires operators of petting zoos to maintain hand washing or hand cleansing facilities for persons attending such petting zoos within no more than fifty feet of the exit from the petting zoo area; and requires other public establishments featuring animals that patrons may reasonably come in contact with to provide hand washing or hand cleansing facilities.
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A4735A
6/19/2014