States / New York / A 740

A 740 In Committee

Relates to providing for the legal ownership of a companion animal

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Allows a court to determine legal ownership of a companion animal, taking into consideration the well-being of the companion animal, during proceedings for dissolution of marriage, legal separation and proceedings commenced by individuals who have both resided with the companion animal.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 8, 2025
Last action
Jan 7, 2026 — REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
27 · Low