Bill > A05888

This bill mandates the use of body imaging scanning equipment in correctional facilities for both visitors and incarcerated individuals. Specifically, all visitors will be required to be scanned by body imaging equipment before entering a correctional facility, and all incarcerated individuals will be scanned upon intake and after each visitation. The bill defines "body imaging scanning equipment" by referencing existing public health law definitions. It modifies previous regulations by removing language that allowed individuals to decline screening and instead grants correctional facilities the authority to deny visitation to anyone who declines screening for non-medical reasons. The state commission of correction, in consultation with the department of corrections and community supervision, will establish specific regulations for when and how these body scanners will be used. The regulations will still accommodate individuals who cannot be scanned due to medical reasons, but removes previous protections against potential harassment or disciplinary actions for choosing alternative screening methods. The bill aims to enhance security and screening processes in correctional facilities by standardizing the use of body scanning technology.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5888