Late in December, Governor Cuomo signed a bill that would authorize district attorneys to file a petition on behalf of a humane society, animal shelter or other impounding organizations to seek security for the reasonable costs for caring for seized animals from individuals … Continued
2012 was a busy legislative session for those of us interested in animal protection. Several bills supported by the Federation were signed by the Governor and have become state law. -New requirements were passed for Pet Dealers that force them … Continued
In 2009 the governor of New York State proposed eliminating the New York State Animal Population Control Program as a cost cutting measure. Because of the poorly designed program, management was costly and the state needed to make cuts. Rather than eliminate … Continued