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NY A07158

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/25/2009

Primary Sponsor

Felix Ortiz

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Origin

Assembly

2009-2010 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds new Section 624 to Correction Law requiring the Commissioner of Correctional Services to ensure prisoners whose first language is not English can understand, participate in, and complete substance abuse programs
  • Authorizes the Commissioner to implement measures including increased hiring of bilingual substance abuse counselors and program staff, translation of program materials and content, and creation of targeted programs for non-English speaking prisoners
  • Requires the Commissioner to consult with the Commissioner of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services when determining implementation strategies
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Increases access to substance abuse programming for prisoners whose first language is not English.

Last Action

held for consideration in ways and means

7/1/2010

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/2/2010
Correction1/6/2010
Rules6/10/2009
Ways and Means4/20/2009
Correction3/25/2009

Full Bill Text

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