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A 1630

Establishes the crimes of sexual conduct with an animal resulting in injury or death and sexual conduct with an animal

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Rosenthal

Creates two new offenses: sexual conduct with an animal, and sexual conduct with an animal causing injury or death; protects animals and expands enforcement under state law.

REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
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Bill Summary · A 1630

Summary of Assembly Bill A 1630

Overview

  • Bill Number: A 1630
  • Title: Establishes the crimes of sexual conduct with an animal resulting in injury or death and sexual conduct with an animal
  • Status: Referred to the Agriculture Committee
  • Introduced: January 10, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Linda Rosenthal

The bill creates two new criminal offenses related to sexual conduct with animals. The core distinction is between sexual conduct with an animal in general and sexual conduct with an animal that results in injury or death to the animal.

Key Provisions (as indicated by the bill’s title and summary)

  • Two new offenses:
    1. Sexual conduct with an animal.
    2. Sexual conduct with an animal resulting in injury or death.
  • The bill would define relevant terms (such as “animal” and “sexual conduct”) and establish penalties for each offense. Specific statutory language, definitions, and penalty levels are not provided in the summary available here.
  • The offenses would be addressed within the criminal law framework and would be enforceable under state law, with the Agriculture Committee designated for consideration at the outset.

Note: The available information does not include the exact statutory definitions, degrees, or sentencing ranges. The description above reflects the titles and stated purpose of the bill.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Individuals: Persons who engage in sexual conduct with animals would be subject to criminal penalties under the new offenses.
  • Animals: The primary beneficiaries are animals, as the bill targets sexual abuse and protects animal welfare.
  • Enforcement and Oversight: Law enforcement, prosecutors, and potentially agencies within the agriculture sector would implement and enforce the new offenses.
  • Stakeholders: Animal welfare advocates, veterinary and farming communities, animal rescue groups, and the general public interested in animal protection and public safety.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Current Status: Referred to the Agriculture Committee, indicating initial legislative review and potential for hearings, amendments, and committee votes.
  • Legislative Path: After committee action, the bill would advance to the full chamber for floor consideration, followed by the other house (if applicable) and a governor’s signature to become law.
  • Related Legislation: The bill lists related bills from prior sessions (A 8744, A 614, A 1865), each linked to prior efforts addressing similar themes.

Context and Next Steps

  • As a newly introduced measure, details such as precise definitions, offense levels, and penalties will emerge through committee deliberations and potential amendments. Stakeholders may monitor updates from the Agriculture Committee for hearings and proposed changes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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