Sorry, Peanut: NY Lawmakers Vanish, Abandon Companion Animals
For the second year running, Governor Kathy Hochul and state legislators declined to pass a single major animal-friendly bill.
The Scoop New York is a website and newsletter covering the movement for a true no-kill New York State, from BUF to BK. NYC ACC KILLS, published by TSNY, enumerates and memorializes adoptable cats and dogs who were exterminated by Animal Care Centers of New York City.
Tap or click the story title to read on The Scoop New York dot com.
Correction: The Scoop New York incorrectly reported the fate of a bill to curtail discrimination against renters with pets. The bill did not die in the state Senate, as reported, but was passed by the legislature and vetoed by Governor Kathy Hochul. This story and outcomes chart have been edited to reflect same.
There is no Peanut’s Law.
When the state legislature adjourned last week, Albany lawmakers for the second year in a row opted against passing significa…
