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NY A03204
Bill
Status
1/28/2019
Primary Sponsor
Felix Ortiz
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AI Summary
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Amends Correction Law by adding Section 626 to ensure prisoners whose first language is not English can understand, participate in, and complete substance abuse programs.
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Requires the Department of Corrections Commissioner to take steps including increased employment of bilingual substance abuse counselors and program staff.
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Mandates translation of substance abuse program content and materials for non-English speaking prisoners.
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Authorizes the Commissioner to develop targeted programs for non-English speaking prisoners and other strategies in consultation with the Commissioner of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Increases access to substance abuse programming for prisoners whose first language is not English.
Last Action
reported referred to ways and means
2/25/2020