New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A00891

Introduced
1/8/25  
Refer
1/8/25  

Caption

Pertains to confinement of certain animals for food producing purposes; prohibits any person to tether or confine any pig during pregnancy or calf raised for veal for all or the majority of any day in a manner that prevents such animal from lying down, standing up and fully extending its limbs and turning around freely; establishes that commission of such crime shall constitute a class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year and/or fine not to exceed $1,000.

Summary

Bill A00891 seeks to amend the agriculture and markets law in New York by prohibiting the confinement of certain animals, specifically pigs during pregnancy and calves raised for veal, in a manner that restricts their ability to lie down, stand up, fully extend their limbs, and turn around freely. The bill defines key terms related to animal confinement and outlines the conditions under which confinement is considered unlawful. It establishes penalties for violations, classifying them as a class A misdemeanor, which may result in imprisonment for up to one year, a fine of up to $1,000, or both.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would significantly impact farming practices in New York, particularly those involving the raising of pigs and calves for food production. It would require farmers to alter their methods of animal confinement to comply with the new standards, potentially leading to increased operational costs. However, the bill also allows local governments to enact more stringent laws regarding the humane treatment of farm animals, thereby encouraging a broader movement towards animal welfare in the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A00891 appears to be mixed, with proponents advocating for improved animal welfare and opponents expressing concerns about the potential economic impact on farmers and the agricultural industry. Discussions have highlighted the need for a balance between animal rights and agricultural practices, indicating a significant public interest in the issue.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the economic implications for farmers who may need to invest in new facilities or practices to comply with the bill's requirements. Some agricultural representatives argue that the bill could lead to increased costs and reduced competitiveness, while animal rights advocates support the bill as a necessary step towards humane treatment of farm animals. The debate reflects broader societal values regarding animal welfare versus agricultural productivity.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A00341

Pertains to confinement of animals for food producing purposes; prohibits any person to tether or confine any pig during pregnancy, calf raised for veal, or egg-laying hen who is kept on a farm for all or the majority of any day in a manner that prevents such animal from lying down, standing up and fully extending its limbs and turning around freely; establishes that commission of such crime shall constitute a class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year and/or fine not to exceed $1,000.

NY A00668

Pertains to confinement of animals for food producing purposes; prohibits any person to tether or confine any pig during pregnancy, calf raised for veal, or egg-laying hen who is kept on a farm for all or the majority of any day in a manner that prevents such animal from lying down, standing up and fully extending its limbs and turning around freely; establishes that commission of such crime shall constitute a class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year and/or fine not to exceed $1,000.

NY S05683

Pertains to confinement of animals for food producing purposes; prohibits any person to tether or confine any pig during pregnancy, calf raised for veal, or egg-laying hen who is kept on a farm for all or the majority of any day in a manner that prevents such animal from lying down, standing up and fully extending its limbs and turning around freely; establishes that commission of such crime shall constitute a class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year and/or fine not to exceed $1,000.

NY A00473

Pertains to confinement of certain animals for food producing purposes; prohibits any person to tether or confine any pig during pregnancy or calf raised for veal for all or the majority of any day in a manner that prevents such animal from lying down, standing up and fully extending its limbs and turning around freely; establishes that commission of such crime shall constitute a class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year and/or fine not to exceed $1,000.

NY A07950

Provides that the penalty for the abandonment of animals is a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for not more than one year, or by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars nor more than one thousand dollars, or by both.

NY S04418

Prohibits ticket sales that exceed the capacity of a place of entertainment or not-for-profit venue; provides that a violation of such provisions constitutes a misdemeanor punishable by a fine and imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year.

NY A10253

Prohibits ticket sales that exceed the capacity of a place of entertainment or not-for-profit venue; provides that a violation of such provisions constitutes a misdemeanor punishable by a fine and imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year.

NY S01741

Provides that the penalty for the abandonment of animals is a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for not more than one year, or by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars nor more than one thousand dollars, or by both.

NY A03112

Establishes that any person who knowingly engages in a repeated course of cyberbullying of a minor is guilty of an unclassified misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars, or by a period of imprisonment not to exceed one year, or both.

NY A02641

Establishes that any person who knowingly engages in a repeated course of cyberbullying of a minor is guilty of an unclassified misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars, or by a period of imprisonment not to exceed one year, or both.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.