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NY A00702

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/6/2021

Primary Sponsor

D. Billy Jones

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Origin

Assembly

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends New York Correction Law by adding Section 607 to prohibit double-bunked housing (bunk beds in dormitory settings with open space) in all correctional facilities
  • Requires the Department of Corrections to relocate any inmates currently in double-bunked housing to alternative accommodations, unless placement in more restrictive housing or facilities is appropriate
  • Authorizes the Department of Corrections to promulgate or repeal rules and regulations necessary to implement this prohibition
  • Takes effect 90 days after the bill becomes law

Legislative Description

Relates to the prohibition of double-bunked housing in correctional facilities.

Last Action

substituted by s2211

6/7/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules5/26/2021
Correction1/6/2021

Full Bill Text

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