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NY S00273
Bill
Status
1/4/2017
Primary Sponsor
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
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AI Summary
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Prohibits specific cruel practices against elephants including use of bullhooks, ankus devices, electric shockers, whips, chains (except for public safety), and deprivation of food, water, or rest.
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Bans possession of devices that emit electric current or shock or cause damage, scarring, or breakage to an elephant's skin in the presence of an elephant.
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Establishes violations as a class E felony offense.
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Allows local governments to enact ordinances restricting elephant use provided they are at least as stringent as this law.
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Exempts veterinary treatment and does not affect other existing elephant protections under New York law.
Legislative Description
Prohibits cruel treatment of elephants; prohibits the possession of certain devices; prohibits the use of certain devices on elephants; prohibits acts which cause pain, injury or death to an elephant; any violation of this section shall constitute a class E felony.
Last Action
REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
1/3/2018