NY S04300

Amends New York City Administrative Code Section 20-468 to require seized perishable or canned foods from general vendors be taken to the nearest food relief organization and/or homeless shelter instead of being discarded.

Defines "perishable foods" as food that may spoil or become unfit for consumption, including meats, poultry, seafood, dairy, bakery products, eggs, fresh produce, and refrigerated/frozen items, but excluding game or wild game.

Defines "canned foods" as hermetically sealed, commercially processed food items including preserved fruits, vegetables, and other food products.

Defines "food relief organization" as religious organizations or not-for-profit entities providing free food to food-insecure persons, including food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, and community-based organizations.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.