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NY A05888
Bill
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kenneth Blankenbush
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AI Summary
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Requires all correctional facilities to scan every visitor with body imaging scanning equipment before entry
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Mandates scanning of all incarcerated individuals upon intake and after any visitation
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Removes the option for visitors to decline body scanning for non-medical reasons; only medical exemptions allow alternative screening methods
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Eliminates previous protections against harassment, intimidation, or disciplinary action for choosing alternative screening methods
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Authorizes the department to deny visitation to any person who refuses body imaging scans for non-medical reasons
Legislative Description
Relates to the use of body scanners in correctional facilities by both visitors and incarcerated individuals.
Last Action
referred to health
1/7/2026