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NY S04501
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/6/2023
Primary Sponsor
James Skoufis
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AI Summary
- Expands use of body imaging scanning equipment (ionizing radiation) at local correctional facilities to screen not only incarcerated individuals but also visitors, employees, and facility workers
- Requires regulations for local correctional facilities in cities with 2 million or more people to be promulgated by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, while other local facilities follow state Department of Health regulations
- Mandates that regulations establish alternative screening methods for individuals who decline or are unable to use body imaging scanning for medical reasons, and prohibits harassment or disciplinary action for choosing alternative screening methods
- Requires employee screening regulations to clarify that requesting alternative screening methods cannot be grounds for disciplinary action against employees
- Expands reporting requirements for local facilities to track equipment usage on all categories of people screened (detainees, workers, visitors) including frequency and radiation exposure levels
Legislative Description
Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in local correctional facilities for the screening of visitors and staff in addition to incarcerated individuals.
Last Action
referred to correction
5/30/2024
Committee Referrals
Correction5/30/2024
Health1/3/2024
Correction6/6/2023
Rules6/1/2023
Health2/9/2023
Full Bill Text
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