Bill
A 9101
Overview: Bill Number: A 9101, Title: Relates to nonhuman primates in testing and research facilities, Status: REFERRED TO HEALTH, Introduced: September 12, 2025Purpose and Intent:
Overview: Bill Number: A 9101, Title: Relates to nonhuman primates in testing and research facilities, Status: REFERRED TO HEALTH, Introduced: September 12, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to establish new regulations and restrictions around the use of nonhuman primates, such as chimpanzees and monkeys, in research and testing facilities within New York State. The intent is to improve the welfare and humane treatment of these animals.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits the use of nonhuman primates for cosmetic testing or for testing of household products
- Requires research facilities to provide larger, more enriched enclosures and social housing for nonhuman primates
- Mandates the creation of an oversight committee to review and approve all proposed research using nonhuman primates
- Establishes new reporting requirements for facilities on the health, housing, and treatment of nonhuman primates
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Research institutions and laboratories that use nonhuman primates will face new regulatory requirements and restrictions
- Animal welfare advocates are likely to support the bill as a means of improving primate welfare
- The pharmaceutical and product testing industries may oppose the restrictions on the use of nonhuman primates
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Health committee for consideration. If passed by the legislature and signed into law, the new regulations would take effect 6 months after enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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