New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York S 8927
Relates to divorce and the consideration by the court of companion animals
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Jeremy Cooney (Democratic/Working Families)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Directs the court to consider whether the companion animal was acquired prior to or during the marriage; the basic daily needs of the companion animal; the party who generally facilitates veterinary care for the companion animal; the party who generally provides the companion animal with social interaction; the party who generally ensures compliance with state and local regulations regarding the companion animal; and the party who provides the greater ability to financially support the companion animal.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 15, 2026, 4:19 PM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 Senate | Floor Vote | pass | Set your home in New York to see |
| May 12, 2026 Senate | Judiciary Vote | pass | Set your home in New York to see |
Actions
- May 29, 2026 · House
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY - May 29, 2026 · Senate
DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY - May 29, 2026 · Senate
PASSED SENATE - May 14, 2026 · Senate
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING - May 13, 2026 · Senate
2ND REPORT CAL. - May 12, 2026 · Senate
1ST REPORT CAL.1020 - Jan 16, 2026 · Senate
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY