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This bill requires the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to provide direct access to water testing results for two key groups: incarcerated individuals and correctional facility staff, and also mandates publishing these results publicly on the department's website. By requiring this transparency, the bill aims to ensure that people within correctional facilities and the general public can easily learn about the quality and safety of water in these facilities. The bill would amend Section 112 of the correction law by adding a new subdivision that specifically outlines these reporting requirements. The legislation is set to take effect 90 days after becoming law, which is a standard implementation timeline that allows the department time to prepare for the new reporting mandate. The bill appears designed to promote accountability and provide important health-related information about water conditions in correctional facilities, enabling inmates, staff, and the public to be informed about potential water quality issues.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6390