Bill > S05035

This bill amends the New York Correction Law to enhance the Department of Correction and Community Supervision's responsibilities for discharge planning, specifically focusing on helping incarcerated individuals secure housing before release. The bill requires the department to actively assist individuals in finding housing by exploring all available housing resources prior to release. In cases where an individual is discharged to temporary shelter housing (regulated under specific New York state regulations), the department must: (a) reimburse the local social services district for shelter costs, (b) provide a detailed discharge planning report to the local social services district 30 days before release, and (c) submit monthly reports to the district describing ongoing efforts to help the individual obtain permanent housing that does not violate their parole terms. This legislation aims to improve housing stability for individuals transitioning from incarceration to community supervision, recognizing that stable housing is crucial for successful reintegration and reducing recidivism.

Budget and Finance, Justice

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5035