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NY A07394

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

6/3/2019

Primary Sponsor

Maritza Davila

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Origin

Assembly

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Correction Law Section 500-b to add new subdivision 14 regarding classification of transgender or intersex inmates in county jails
  • Allows chief administrative officers to assign transgender or intersex inmates to any facility housing unit that ensures their health and safety and is consistent with facility management and security
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment
  • Provision automatically repeals if the underlying Correction Law Section 500-b is repealed

Legislative Description

Relates to the classification of transgender or intersex inmates; authorizes the chief administrative officer to assign a transgender or intersex inmate to any facility housing unit which shall ensure the inmate's health and safety.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION

2/10/2020

Committee Referrals

Crime Victims, Crime and Correction2/10/2020
Rules6/3/2019
Correction5/1/2019

Full Bill Text

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