NY S00950

Prohibits farm owners from confining egg-laying hens in any enclosure other than a cage-free housing system, and bans the sale of eggs from hens not housed in cage-free systems, regardless of where the eggs were produced

Defines "cage-free housing system" as requiring hens to roam freely within exterior walls, meet United Egg Producers' 2017 floor space guidelines, have enrichments (scratch area, perch, nest box, dust bathing area), and have unlimited outdoor access

Applies to chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, and guinea fowl kept for egg production on commercial farms

Exempts medical research, veterinary care, transportation, fair exhibitions, 4-H programs, slaughter, and temporary confinement for husbandry purposes (up to 6 hours per 24-hour period or 24 hours per 30-day period)

Establishes civil penalties of up to $5,000 for first violations and up to $25,000 for subsequent violations, with fines deposited into the animal population control fund; takes effect 24 months after becoming law