Local law · Int 0841-2026
A pilot program to establish a pet food pantry
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A Local Law in relation to a pilot program to establish a pet food pantry
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require the Commissioner of Health and Mental Hygiene to establish a pet food pantry in at least one location for at least 12 months. It would also require the Commissioner to deliver a report on the impact of the pilot program and feasibility of continuing or expanding the program.
Summary from NYC Council (Legistar). How we handle summaries
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Health
Cosponsors
Harvey D. Epstein, Phil Wong and 8 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic10
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Full history
- Apr 16, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Apr 16, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Health
NYC Council