A Local Law in relation to a public education and outreach campaign regarding the removal of dog waste, and to repeal such local law upon the expiration thereof

Summary

This bill would require the Commissioner of Health and Mental Hygiene, in consultation with the Commissioner of Sanitation, to develop and conduct an annual public education and outreach campaign for 3 years to inform the public about dog waste removal, the dangers of failing to remove dog waste, health risks associated with exposure to dog waste, and the legal obligations to remove dog waste. This bill also requires the Commissioner of Health and Mental Hygiene to make any materials developed for the outreach and education campaign available in English and all designated citywide languages, and to submit a report to the Speaker of the Council regarding the effectiveness of the education and outreach campaign.

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