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This bill requires the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to conduct a comprehensive assessment of security systems in correctional facilities within 90 days of the law's effective date. Specifically, the commissioner must evaluate existing security camera, land-mobile radio (a type of two-way communication system), and public address systems, and submit a detailed plan to the governor and legislature. The plan must identify system deficiencies such as insufficient camera coverage, malfunctioning equipment, blind spots, and poor video quality, and outline strategies to upgrade these systems. Key objectives include ensuring the health and safety of staff and incarcerated individuals, and improving documentation of potential misconduct or criminal activity. The plan must prioritize upgrades starting with high-security institutions, address personnel training, maintenance requirements, and include a two-year strategic implementation timeline with cost projections. The commissioner is required to complete the plan's implementation within two years, subject to funding, and must publish annual public reports on the progress of system improvements, which will be made available on the department's website.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8250