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NY A07122

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

7/1/2021

Primary Sponsor

Donna Lupardo

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Origin

Assembly

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Article 26-B of the Agriculture and Markets Law, retitling it "Emergency Services for Animals" (formerly "Animal Response Teams")

  • Authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner to enter into agreements with animal welfare organizations at no direct cost to the state

  • Agreements will support prevention, preparedness, response to, and recovery from emergencies and disasters affecting animals in New York State

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Authorizes the commissioner of agriculture and markets to enter into agreements with animal welfare organizations to provide care for animals during emergencies and disasters.

Last Action

signed chap.204

7/1/2021

Committee Referrals

Agriculture5/19/2021
Ways and Means4/27/2021
Agriculture4/23/2021

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