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NY A05459
NY A05459Provides that for the purposes of educational leave, an eligible incarcerated individual shall include an incarcerated individual who is within two years of being an eligible incarcerated individual.
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Introduced
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
In Committee
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to educational leave for eligible incarcerated individuals
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York Correction Law to expand the definition of "educational leave" for incarcerated individuals. Currently, educational leave is a privilege that allows eligible incarcerated individuals to leave an institution for up to 14 hours per day to pursue education, vocational training, or related purposes. The bill broadens the eligibility criteria to include incarcerated individuals who are within two years of meeting the current requirements for educational leave. This means that individuals who were previously not considered eligible will now have the opportunity to participate in educational programs and training, potentially helping them prepare for eventual reintegration into society. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law, and the amendment is set to expire concurrently with the existing section of the correction law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
referred to correction (on 02/14/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5459 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A05459&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A05459 |
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