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NY A01573
Bill
Status
1/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Weprin
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 3-year pilot program requiring the Department of Corrections to house incarcerated parents in facilities closest to where their minor children (under 18) reside, when placement is otherwise appropriate
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Participation is voluntary and gives priority to parents who were primary caregivers and those involved in child welfare/foster care cases at risk of losing parental rights
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Excludes individuals incarcerated for parole/conditional release violations, those who committed crimes against children, and cases where closer placement would not increase visitation
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Requires the Commissioner to consult with the Office of Children and Family Services and local social services to check for any visitation restrictions before approving participants
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Mandates annual reports to the Governor and legislature analyzing program effectiveness, including impacts on behavior, visitation frequency, barriers, and cost savings, with a plan for statewide expansion after year three
Legislative Description
Establishes a pilot project for placement of incarcerated individuals close to home; provides that such project would house incarcerated individuals who are parents of minor children in the correctional facility located in closest proximity to the primary place of residence of any such incarcerated individual's minor child or children.
Last Action
referred to correction
1/7/2026