Assembly bill · A1344 (2025-26)
Establishes a tort cause of action for the wrongful injury or death of a companion animal
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Deborah Glick (Assembly Member, District 66, Democratic)
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Summary
Establishes a tort cause of action for the wrongful injury or death of a companion animal; provides for compensatory and punitive damages and injunctive relief and three year statute of limitations on commencement of such an action.
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Amends the General Obligations Law.
Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Judiciary · New York State Assembly
Also referred to Judiciary · New York State Senate.
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Full history
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
NY Assembly
- Jan 9, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
NY Assembly
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