A08653Introduced in the Assembly
Relates to pet breeders; changes the term "pet dealer" to "pet breeder"; amends the definition of pet breeders; repeals certain provisions of law related thereto.
Introduced by Linda Rosenthal, District 67
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Relates to pet breeders; changes the term "pet dealer" to "pet breeder"; amends the definition of pet breeders; repeals certain provisions of law related thereto.
Where it stands
reported referred to rules
May 20, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
AssemblyStage: Assembly Codes Committee: Favorable refer to committee Rules · May 20, 2026
18
Yes
0
No
4
Absent or Not Voting
22 assemblymembers recorded in this Assembly vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each assemblymember voted
| Assemblymember | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Lavine | 13 | Yes |
| John Mikulin | 17 | Absent |
| David Weprin | 24 | Yes |
| Andrew Hevesi | 28 | Yes |
| Clyde Vanel | 33 | Yes |
| Catalina Cruz | 39 | Yes |
| Brian Cunningham | 43 | Yes |
| Latrice Walker | 55 | Yes |
| Michael Reilly | 62 | Yes |
| Michael Tannousis | 64 | Absent |
Bill history
referred to agriculture
referred to agriculture
amend (t) and recommit to agriculture
print number 8653a
amend and recommit to agriculture
print number 8653b
amend and recommit to agriculture
print number 8653c
reported referred to codes
reported referred to rules
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