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NY A05989
Bill
Status
2/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Erik Dilan
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AI Summary
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Changes New York's prison identification card program from opt-in to automatic, requiring the Department of Corrections to automatically provide ID cards to eligible incarcerated individuals before or upon release rather than simply allowing them to obtain one
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Requires the department to assist incarcerated individuals with obtaining documents needed for ID card applications, including social security cards and birth certificates
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Mandates that the department notify individuals verbally and in writing about the ID card program and document any instances where an individual declines assistance
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Extends the annual reporting requirement on program participation from December 31, 2026 to December 31, 2027
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Takes effect on the first of April following enactment, with immediate authorization for regulatory changes needed for implementation
Legislative Description
Provides for automatic issuance of identification cards to incarcerated individuals and assistance with obtaining copies of any documents needed to apply for identification cards, including, but not limited to, an incarcerated individual's social security card and birth certificate.
Last Action
referred to ways and means
1/7/2026