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NY A09333

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Andrew Hevesi

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands authorization for body imaging scanners (low-dose X-ray devices) to secure detention facilities, specialized secure detention facilities for adolescent offenders, and facilities for youth placed with or committed to the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)

  • Allows licensed practitioners and unlicensed personnel at these youth facilities to operate body scanning equipment after completing approved training courses, with annual refresher training required

  • Limits radiation exposure for individuals under 18 to no more than 5% of annual exposure limits for non-radiation workers, and prohibits scanning pregnant women entirely

  • Requires alternative screening methods be offered to individuals who decline or cannot undergo body scanning for medical or other reasons, with protections against harassment or disciplinary action for choosing alternatives

  • Mandates annual reporting to the legislature on scanner usage, including frequency of scans on detained youth, visitors, and employees, contraband detection rates, and any injuries or illnesses resulting from equipment use

Legislative Description

Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in certain facilities for youth and adolescent offenders placed with or committed to the office of children and family services.

Last Action

referred to health

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Health12/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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