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Councilwoman Proposes Tougher Animal Sacrifice Laws in NYC

3/7/2026

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Councilwoman Joann Ariola (R-Queens) aims to strengthen laws against animal sacrifices in New York City.
She joined the new animal welfare caucus to address issues in her district, including the mutilation of animals near Jamaica Bay.
The caucus, chaired by Councilman Harvey Epstein (D-Manhattan), includes at least a dozen members and plans to consider animal welfare policies, including a potential ban on horse-drawn carriages.

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Councilwoman Joann Ariola (R-Queens) aims to strengthen laws against animal sacrifices in New York City.
She joined the new animal welfare caucus to address issues in her district, including the mutilation of animals near Jamaica Bay.
The caucus, chaired by Councilman Harvey Epstein (D-Manhattan), includes at least a dozen members and plans to consider animal welfare policies, including a potential ban on horse-drawn carriages.