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NY S01561

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/12/2023

Primary Sponsor

James Tedisco

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates new offense of "aggravated neglect" of companion animals under Agriculture and Markets Law Section 355-a
  • Defines aggravated neglect as subjecting a companion animal to cruelty while the owner has not taken reasonable steps to locate the animal or provide adequate care
  • Classifies aggravated neglect as a felony with imprisonment not to exceed two years
  • Sentencing follows Penal Law Section 55.10(b)(1) guidelines with definite sentences required
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Relates to aggravated neglect of a companion animal.

Last Action

REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE

1/3/2024

Committee Referrals

Agriculture1/12/2023

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