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NY A08043
Bill
Status
4/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tony Simone
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AI Summary
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Prohibits aquaculture (farming under controlled conditions) of any octopus species in New York State for human consumption purposes
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Exempts wild-caught octopuses and octopuses raised solely for non-commercial research purposes from the ban
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Establishes penalties of up to $1,000 per day and per offense for violations of the octopus farming prohibition
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Authorizes the Department of Environmental Conservation to adopt policies for collecting penalties
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Takes effect immediately upon passage, with authority to implement necessary rules and regulations
Legislative Description
Provides that no person shall sell any octopus that was bred, raised, or harvested under controlled conditions for the purpose of human consumption.
Last Action
reported referred to codes
3/4/2026