Bill > A00302

This bill amends the New York Correction Law to strengthen protections against degrading behavior within correctional facilities. Specifically, the bill expands existing language to explicitly prohibit corrections employees from insulting or humiliating incarcerated individuals or fellow employees based on characteristics such as age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, sex, disability, genetic characteristics, or the nature of their criminal conviction. The legislation establishes that any employee who engages in such degrading treatment can be disciplined by the department and may have their employment terminated for cause. The bill aims to create a more respectful and professional environment within correctional facilities by defining and addressing unacceptable behavior, with the goal of preventing discriminatory and offensive conduct towards both incarcerated individuals and staff members. The provisions will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law, allowing time for departments to implement and communicate the new standards.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A302