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NY A04011
Bill
Status
1/31/2019
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrion Aubry
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AI Summary
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Creates a temporary New York state commission on post-secondary correctional education to examine and make recommendations on expanding educational programs in state prisons, with findings due to the governor and legislature within one year.
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Commission shall consist of 15 members appointed by the governor, legislative leaders, and agency heads, including the commissioners of correctional services and education as co-chairs.
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Commission shall evaluate the impact of post-secondary education on recidivism reduction, inmate employment opportunities, prison safety, and cost savings associated with reduced recidivism.
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Commission shall make recommendations for funding options, including the Tuition Assistance Program, to increase post-secondary correctional education availability in New York state prisons.
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Act takes effect immediately and expires one year after enactment, with commission member appointments to be completed within 60 days.
Legislative Description
Establishes the commission on post-secondary correctional education to examine, evaluate, and make recommendations concerning the availability, effectiveness and need for expansion of post-secondary education in the NYS prison system.
Last Action
referred to ways and means
1/8/2020