Bill > A01136

This bill establishes a temporary halt (moratorium) on the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) placing registered sex offenders in residential facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities. During this moratorium, the OPWDD must conduct a comprehensive study in collaboration with the Department of Mental Hygiene and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to evaluate three key aspects: (1) potential physical and mental health risks to current developmentally disabled residents from such placements, (2) other possible implications of placing registered sex offenders in these residences, and (3) exploring alternative placement options. The moratorium will remain in effect until the OPWDD completes its study and submits a report with its findings and recommendations to the governor and state legislature. The legislation aims to address potential safety concerns and ensure appropriate residential placements for both registered sex offenders and individuals with developmental disabilities.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1136