What's happening
This bill prohibits landlords from requiring tenants' animals to be de-clawed as a condition of renting.
Why it matters
Protects animal welfare. By prohibiting landlords from requiring de-clawing, this bill aims to prevent unnecessary surgical procedures that are widely regarded as inhumane and harmful to animals, especially cats.
Removes barriers for pet owners. Renters with animals, particularly cats, will not be forced to choose between housing and their pet’s well-being, making it easier for responsible pet owners to secure housing without compromising their animal’s health.
Reflects evolving societal values. The bill acknowledges growing public concern over animal rights and aligns rental policies with modern standards of humane treatment, potentially setting a precedent for further animal welfare legislation.
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Ban Required Pet Declawing
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Sponsors
2 Co-sponsors
History
- Referred to housing
- Referred to housing
Full text
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STATE OF NEW YORK
4391
2019-2020 Regular Sessions
IN ASSEMBLY
February 4, 2019
Introduced by M. of A. DenDEKKER -- read once and referred to the Committee on Housing
AN ACT to amend the real property law, in relation to prohibiting landlords from requiring animals that occupy the unit be de-clawed as a condition of rental
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. The real property law is amended by adding a new section 235-h to read as follows:
§ 235-h. Unlawful restrictions on tenancy. A landlord shall not require that any domestic animal occupying the rental unit be de-clawed as a condition of rental.
§ 2. This act shall take effect immediately.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD07540-01-9
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