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NY A10958

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

9/9/2020

Primary Sponsor

Rebecca Seawright

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Origin

Assembly

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Changes penal law section 485.10 to make hate crime prevention training or counseling mandatory rather than discretionary for individuals convicted of hate crimes
  • Court shall require defendants to complete a program, training session, or counseling session directed at hate crime prevention and education as part of sentencing
  • Programs must be appropriate and available, and developed or authorized by the court or local agencies in cooperation with organizations serving affected communities
  • Takes effect on the thirtieth day after becoming law

Legislative Description

Establishes that in addition to other penalties, individuals convicted of hate crimes shall undergo mandatory training or counseling in hate crime prevention and education.

Last Action

referred to codes

9/9/2020

Committee Referrals

Codes9/9/2020

Full Bill Text

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