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NY A09169
NY A09169Directs the commission of corrections and community supervision to establish an annual heat mitigation plan; directs the extreme heat action plan work group of the department of environmental conservation to analyze the impact of extreme heat on incarcerated individuals and people working in prisons.
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Introduced
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
In Committee
06/04/2024
06/04/2024
Crossed Over
06/07/2024
06/07/2024
Passed
12/02/2024
12/02/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/13/2024
12/13/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to establishing an annual heat mitigation plan; and directing the extreme heat action plan work group of the department of environmental conservation to analyze the impact of extreme heat on incarcerated individuals and people working in prisons
AI Summary
This bill amends the Correction Law to require the Commissioner of Corrections and Community Supervision to establish an annual heat mitigation plan. The plan must ensure that incarcerated individuals and correctional facility staff have access to cooling options, such as fans, water, and additional showers, during high heat temperatures. Additionally, the bill directs the Extreme Heat Action Plan Work Group of the Department of Environmental Conservation to analyze the impact of extreme heat on incarcerated individuals and prison staff and incorporate their specific needs into the group's long-term heat adaptation plan.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
approval memo.31 (on 12/13/2024)
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