Bill > S05016

This bill amends the New York Correction Law by requiring all general confinement correctional facilities (state prisons) to offer visitation seven days a week, which is currently not mandated. The bill adds a new section (§ 138-b) to the existing correction law that explicitly states visitation must be available every day of the week, potentially expanding access for inmates to see their family and friends. Currently, some correctional facilities may limit visitation to certain days, but this legislation would standardize visitation across all general confinement facilities. The bill is set to take effect one year after becoming law, which provides correctional facilities time to adjust their policies and operational procedures to accommodate daily visitation. By ensuring consistent visitation opportunities, the bill aims to support maintaining social connections for incarcerated individuals, which can be important for rehabilitation and mental well-being.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5016