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NY S05061
Bill
Status
2/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Cordell Cleare
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AI Summary
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Establishes a five-year reintegration pilot program in three correctional facilities (one female, two male) to help incarcerated individuals prepare for release and reduce recidivism
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Requires at least 100 voluntary participants who are within one year of their earliest expected release date to receive in-depth screening for mental health, substance use, educational needs, and job readiness
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Provides participants with connections to not-for-profit organizations and peer support at least six months before release for assistance with public benefits applications, housing, employment, and mental health/substance use services
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Continues support services through not-for-profit providers for up to one year after release, including health services, parole compliance assistance, employment connections, and stable housing acquisition
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Mandates annual reporting to the governor and legislature on program effectiveness, tracking metrics including housing connections, employment, and mental health/substance abuse treatment outcomes
Legislative Description
Directs DOCCS, in collaboration with OTDA, OMH and OASAS, to establish a 5-year reintegration pilot program for individuals being released from correctional facilities to provide supports and services to prepare for release, assist with reintegration into the community, and reduce recidivism.
Last Action
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
2/25/2026