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NY S08611
NY S08611Authorizes the correctional association to inspect residential juvenile detention facilities.
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Introduced
03/22/2022
03/22/2022
In Committee
05/10/2022
05/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to the powers and duties of the correctional association to inspect residential juvenile facilities
AI Summary
This bill amends the Executive Law to authorize the Correctional Association of New York to regularly visit, inspect, and examine all secure, limited secure, and non-secure facilities operated, maintained, or certified by the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). The bill grants the Correctional Association the power to conduct unannounced visits, review incident reports, and report any allegations of maltreatment or abuse to the OCFS Commissioner, the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, and Prisoners' Legal Services of New York. The bill also authorizes Prisoners' Legal Services to establish a confidential hotline for youth in these facilities to report maltreatment or abuse, and to provide legal representation to these youth, including access to their records and the ability to advocate for their rights, safety, and well-being.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
PRINT NUMBER 8611A (on 05/31/2022)
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