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NY S01353

Bill

Status

Passed

12/17/2014

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Parker

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Origin

Senate

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Corrections must provide inmates with information on transitional services available in their release county or city before release from correctional facilities.

  • Information provided shall include referrals to programs for medical and mental health services, HIV/AIDS services, educational and vocational training, employment services, alcohol or substance abuse treatment, and housing services.

  • Department must maintain a current list of transitional services that is updated at least annually.

  • Commissioner of Corrections shall consult with Commissioners of Education, Labor, Health, Mental Health and the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance for implementation.

  • Act takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with authority for necessary rule-making to begin immediately upon passage.

Legislative Description

Provides for notice by commissioner of correctional services of availability of medical, educational and other services, including alcohol and substance abuse treatment, to prisoners upon their release from state prison.

Last Action

APPROVAL MEMO.22

12/17/2014

Committee Referrals

Correction5/28/2014
Crime Victims, Crime and Correction1/9/2013

Full Bill Text

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