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NY A02530

NY A02530
Establishes a commission on prison education to study and develop a plan for improving education in state prisons.


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Introduced
01/19/2021
In Committee
06/01/2021
Crossed Over
06/10/2021
Passed
10/22/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
11/03/2021

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to establishing a commission on improving education in state prisons

AI Summary

This bill establishes a commission on prison education to study and develop a plan for improving education in the state prison system. The commission will consider the impact of education on inmates' employment opportunities, reintegration into society, and reduction in recidivism. The commission will be comprised of nine members, with appointments made by the Governor, Speaker of the Assembly, and leaders of the Senate. The commission is required to issue a report within 10 months of the bill's effective date.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

signed chap.557 (on 11/03/2021)

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