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NY A08736
Bill
Status
6/2/2025
Primary Sponsor
Erik Dilan
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AI Summary
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Requires vendors contracting with the Department of Corrections to verify all items available for purchase comply with applicable rules, regulations, and directives
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Mandates vendors coordinate with the department to track order number, content, and weight, and notify purchasers if an order would exceed limits for an incarcerated individual along with guidance on compliant modifications
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Requires vendors to notify purchasers when orders are rejected by a correctional facility and provide full or partial refunds as applicable
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Requires vendors to conspicuously label packages containing perishable food items to facilitate timely processing by correctional facilities
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Mandates correctional facilities process packages with perishable food items within 24 hours of receipt and provide safe storage for perishable food items within incarcerated individuals' cells
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law, with authority to promulgate necessary rules and regulations immediately
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to promulgate rules and regulations for requirements for vendors who make products available for order and delivery to incarcerated individuals and provide for safe food storage for incarcerated individuals in their cells.
Last Action
referred to correction
1/7/2026