NY S00429

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

Requires creation of a confidential and secure reporting system allowing incarcerated individuals to report sexual assault directly to the State Inspector General, including via hotline

Mandates development of protocols for immediate reporting, evidence collection (including forensic evidence), victim notification, criminal prosecution referrals, and tracking of allegations and outcomes

Provides protection from retaliation, harassment, or adverse treatment for incarcerated individuals who report sexual assault to the State Inspector General

Takes effect 180 days after becoming law, requiring the Department of Corrections to provide inmates with information on reporting procedures and forward all existing sexual assault reports to the Inspector General