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NY A02221
Bill
Status
1/17/2017
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Abinanti
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AI Summary
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Requires installation of surveillance cameras with sound capability in all public common areas of group homes, residential facilities, day schools, and programs licensed or operated by the state office serving children or adults with mental or physical disabilities.
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Public common areas subject to surveillance include living areas, dining areas, hallways, classrooms, and time-out rooms.
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Imposes fines of up to $1,000 per day for each day a provider fails to comply with the surveillance camera installation requirements.
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Takes effect one year after the bill becomes law.
Legislative Description
Requires providers of services for the developmentally disabled to perform certain duties relating to the use of surveillance cameras in all public common areas in residential facilities.
Last Action
held for consideration in mental health
6/5/2018