New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York S 9569
Relates to companion animals
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Monica Martinez (Democratic/Working Families)
Cosponsors (4)
- Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. (Democratic)
- Mario Mattera (Republican/Conservative)
- Dean Murray (Republican/Conservative)
- Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Provides that companion animals, as sentient beings, shall be considered victims of animal cruelty crimes, including but not limited to all offenses as defined in article twenty-six of the agriculture and markets law, and shall be treated as such in a court of law.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 25, 2026 · Senate
REFERRED TO CODES