A 11651 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to divorce and the consideration by the court of companion animals

Summary
Directs the court to consider whether the companion animal was acquired prior to or during the marriage; the basic daily needs of the companion animal; the party who generally facilitates veterinary care for the companion animal; the party who generally provides the companion animal with social interaction; the party who generally ensures compliance with state and local regulations regarding the companion animal; and the party who provides the greater ability to financially support the companion animal.
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Jul 2026
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Introduced Jul 29, 2026 Last action Jul 29, 2026
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