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NY A00303

NY A00303
Establishes the New York state commission to end mass incarceration and to prevent violence; provides such commission shall investigate, evaluate and make recommendations concerning how to reduce the New York prison population, incidences of violent crime in New York state, and other various topics related to the criminal justice system.


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Introduced
01/08/2025
In Committee
01/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT establishing the New York state commission to end mass incarceration and to prevent violence

AI Summary

This bill establishes a temporary New York state commission to investigate and make recommendations for addressing mass incarceration and violent crime. The 17-member commission, appointed by various state leaders including the governor, will conduct a comprehensive examination of the criminal justice system, focusing on reducing prison populations and preventing violence. The commission will investigate wide-ranging topics including racial inequities in the criminal justice system, sentencing reforms, drug policy impacts, police training, community support programs, and strategies to reduce violent crime. Commission members will not be compensated but will be reimbursed for expenses, and they will have broad powers to conduct hearings, request data from state agencies, and collaborate with public and private organizations. By December 1, 2026, the commission must submit a detailed report with findings and recommendations to the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker, which will be made publicly available online. The bill highlights significant disparities in the U.S. criminal justice system, such as the disproportionate incarceration of African Americans, and aims to develop policy solutions to address these systemic issues with the ultimate goal of achieving justice and public safety.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to correction (on 01/08/2025)

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