Governor Kathy Hochul, 57th Governor of New York State, signed important animal welfare legislation on October 30, 2021.
Legislation S.4254/A.4075 Prohibits Insurers from Refusing to Issue or Renew, Cancel, or Charge or Impose an Increased Premium for Certain Policies Based Solely on the Breed of Dog Owned
Legislation S.5023A/A.5823-A Requires Veterinarians to Report Suspected Animal Cruelty
In the words of Gov. Hochul, “To own a pet is a blessing and we owe it to the animals of New York to keep them safe and healthy. Dogs of all breeds deserve loving homes and no one should have to fear losing their insurance coverage based on the dog they own. In the same vein, veterinarians who see signs of abuse in their patients should be safeguarded so they can report said abuse to the proper authorities. I am proud to sign these bills into law to ensure the well-being of pets across the state.”
