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NY S01246
Bill
Status
1/9/2015
Primary Sponsor
Philip Boyle
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AI Summary
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Adds Section 392-K to General Business Law to regulate circus animal performances in New York State
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Defines "circus" as any performance where animals are trained or displayed, excluding not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizations
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Authorizes the Attorney General to seek a court injunction prohibiting a circus from using animals in performances for up to two years if within the preceding two years the circus was cited by USDA for animal care deficiencies, received a warning, or entered into a settlement under the Animal Welfare Act
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Allows the Attorney General to pursue an injunction if a circus owner, agent, employee, or representative was found guilty of animal cruelty or neglect in connection with circus animals, or pled guilty to related charges
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Takes effect thirty days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Relates to prohibitions on circus performances; prohibits circuses from conducting shows or other performances in the state for two years where a circus has been found to be in violation or in non-compliance with the Animal Welfare Act of 1966.
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES
6/17/2016