Bill > S07728

This bill amends the New York Public Health Law to expand the use of body imaging scanning equipment in local correctional facilities. Currently, such equipment that uses ionizing radiation can be used to screen incarcerated individuals as part of a facility's security program. The proposed change would explicitly allow these scanning devices to also be used for screening visitors to the facility, in addition to inmates. The bill permits licensed practitioners, licensed personnel, and unlicensed staff employed at local correctional facilities to operate this body imaging scanning equipment according to specific regulations. The legislation would take effect immediately, with the understanding that the amendment will be considered repealed when the underlying section of law is repealed. The primary purpose appears to be enhancing security measures in local correctional facilities by providing a standardized method for scanning both inmates and visitors using body imaging technology.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7728