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NY A06854
Bill
Status
11/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Eddie Gibbs
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AI Summary
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Amends section 137 of the correction law to require the commissioner to establish a program purchasing fresh produce from New York state farms
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Mandates distribution of purchased fresh produce to correctional facilities throughout the state
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Specifies that distributed produce must be used to provide wholesome and nutritious food to incarcerated individuals
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to establish a program to purchase fresh produce from farms located in the state and distribute such fresh produce to correctional facilities in the state to be utilized in the provision of wholesome and nutritious food to incarcerated individuals.
Last Action
signed chap.468
11/22/2024