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NY A07081
Bill
Status
3/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eddie Gibbs
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the State Inspector General to receive and investigate complaints of sexual assault against incarcerated individuals in facilities operated by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision
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Requires the Inspector General to create a confidential and secure reporting system, including a hotline, for incarcerated individuals to report sexual assault directly
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Mandates development of investigation protocols covering immediate reporting procedures, forensic evidence collection, victim interviews, case status notifications, criminal prosecution referrals, and outcome tracking
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Protects individuals who report sexual assault from retaliation, harassment, or adverse treatment, with violations subject to investigation and potential prosecution
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law and requires the Department of Corrections to provide inmates with information on how to contact the Inspector General's office
Legislative Description
Authorizes the state inspector general to receive and investigate complaints of sexual assault in correctional facilities and other places operated by the department of corrections and community supervision for the confinement of persons; requires the state inspector general to establish protocol and procedures for such reports and investigations.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026