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NY S04538
NY S04538Relates to the review of policies and practices pertaining to infectious disease outbreaks in correctional facilities, including the treatment and prevention of the disease among inmates and staff.
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Introduced
02/05/2021
02/05/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
Relates to the review of policies and practices pertaining to infectious disease outbreaks in correctional facilities, including the treatment and prevention of the disease among inmates and staff.
AI Summary
This bill amends a provision in New York's public health law to expand the commissioner's authority to review policies and practices in correctional facilities related to the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases, including not only HIV, AIDS, hepatitis C, and COVID-19, but also "emerging infectious diseases." The review process involves assessing whether the policies and practices are consistent with current medical standards, and the commissioner is required to monitor the implementation of any corrective plans and conduct further reviews as needed to ensure deficiencies are addressed. The bill also requires the commissioner to inform the public, including patients, their families, and patient advocates, about upcoming reviews and invite them to provide relevant information.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 01/05/2022)
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