New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A08341

Introduced
5/13/25  

Caption

Requires the establishment of health and safety guidelines for cats living in retail food stores to ensure the humane treatment of such cats while adhering to relevant health code provisions.

Impact

If enacted, A08341 would amend the agriculture and markets law, introducing new requirements for the care and welfare of cats within retail food environments. The established guidelines are designed to create a safer and more humane habitat for the cats while maintaining health standards that protect both the animals and the customers. This could potentially influence how retail businesses operate concerning animal care, making compliance with new standards essential for their continuing operation.

Summary

Bill A08341 aims to establish health and safety guidelines specifically for the humane treatment of cats residing in retail food stores. This legislation mandates that the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets create responsible care standards that retail food stores must adhere to. These guidelines would not only ensure that cats in these establishments are treated humanely but also aim to align their treatment with existing health code provisions. The bill emphasizes the need for sanitary conditions for the cats and includes provisions for regular veterinary check-ups, vaccinations, and proper nutrition.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A03837

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NY A02891

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NY A08485

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NY S08076

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NY A00077

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NY S07869

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NY A09354

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NY S01096

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NY S02662

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Similar Bills

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