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NY S03440
Bill
Status
12/11/2015
Primary Sponsor
Catharine Young
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AI Summary
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Amends Agriculture and Markets Law Section 122 to define "hunting dog" as a dog used for hunting or training purposes under Environmental Conservation Law Section 11-0923, wearing identification with owner/trainer/handler contact information, and in compliance with vaccination requirements
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Allows hunting dogs to be deemed under reasonable control and not running at large if: the owner/trainer/handler is on property where hunting is permitted, the dog was intentionally released to hunt on permitted property, and the person is licensed to hunt with dogs
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Dog control officers, peace officers, or police officers authorized to enforce local dog laws may still cite owners/trainers/handlers for violations if the hunting dog does not meet the conditions specified in the section
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Provides that dogs engaged in hunting and training as authorized by the environmental conservation law, shall not be deemed to be running at large in violation of any local law or ordinance.
Last Action
VETOED MEMO.293
12/11/2015