Bill Description:
This bill clarifies the authority of municipalities to enact trapping regulations that are stricter than those set by state law or regulation.
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Background:
This bill was previously introduced as A.1756/S.1039 in 2013.
While trapping remains a popular recreational activity in New York as regulated by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife, this bill will allow smaller, more-progressive municipalities to enforce stricter regulations. This bill is a steppingstone toward decreasing the public safety risks associated with trapping in urban areas, as well as reducing negative impacts on animal welfare statewide.
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Take Action:
New York residents, contact your state senator and urge him or her to support this legislation!
Read the full text and follow its progress here.