Criminal Justice (Corrections)

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10110: Provides for an adverse inference in disciplinary proceedings against testimony of correction officers who disable cameras

Provides for an adverse inference against the testimony of an officer or other employee of the department of corrections and community supervision, where such officer or other employee violated department rules or regulations by turning off a facility camera or body-worn camera or otherwise prevented such camera or cameras from recording the incident which is the subject of such disciplinary proceeding.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability by penalizing officers who disable cameras, thereby protecting civil rights and improving transparency in disciplinary proceedings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10502: Establishes access to postsecondary educational programming and creating an educational transfer process for incarcerated individuals

Expands access to higher education in correctional facilities by requiring the department of corrections and community supervision to provide meaningful access to postsecondary educational programming and to establish a transparent process for incarcerated individuals to request transfers to facilities where such programs are available.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands educational access and transfer processes for incarcerated individuals, directly promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly expands access to postsecondary education for incarcerated individuals and mandates a transfer process to facilitate these programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate May 20, 2026

J 2136: Recognizing Second Chance Month in the State of New York, and recognizing the profound mental health impacts of incarceration on individuals, families, and communities

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes Second Chance Month in New York and highlights the severe mental health effects of incarceration on individuals, families, and communities. It draws attention to issues such as depression, anxiety, and trauma caused by conditions like solitary confinement, while noting that formerly incarcerated people often face barriers to accessing mental health care after release. The resolution calls for increased awareness, research, and policy responses to address these harms and supports the transmission of the document to Silent Cry, Inc. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to raise public and legislative awareness about the topic.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill recognizes Second Chance Month and highlights mental health impacts of incarceration, advocating for awareness and reform to support formerly incarcerated individuals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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passed · New York · Senate May 27, 2026

J 2106: Recognizing Second Chance Month in the State of New York, and recognizing the profound health impacts of incarceration on individuals, families, and communities

Senate Resolution 2106 formally recognizes the severe mental health impacts of incarceration on individuals, families, and communities in New York State. The bill calls for increased awareness, research, and policy responses to address these harms, particularly during Mental Health Awareness Month. It supports expanding access to trauma-informed mental health services for currently and formerly incarcerated individuals and encourages developing alternatives to incarceration that prioritize treatment and community-based support. The resolution is transmitted to Silent Cry, Inc. as an acknowledgment of these issues.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes criminal justice reform by addressing mental health impacts of incarceration and expanding access to trauma-informed services.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly calls for increased awareness, research, and policy responses to address mental health harms of incarceration and supports expanding access to trauma-informed mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10443: Broadens the court's discretion to use extended terms of interim probation on consent of the defendant to avoid incarceratory outcomes

This bill allows judges to extend the time a person on interim probation can stay out of jail for up to two additional years, provided the defendant agrees and is actively participating in a treatment or diversion program. It applies to individuals who have already been convicted of a crime and are eligible for probation but need more time to complete rehabilitation before a final sentence is decided. The law requires the court to consult with the prosecutor and ensures the defendant receives a written list of all supervision conditions they must follow. If the person successfully completes the extended probation period, the time spent on probation will count toward any future probation sentence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes rehabilitation and reduces incarceration by extending probation time for defendants in treatment programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Courts Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 15, 2026

A 11413: Enacts the "family reunification and economic empowerment act"

Enacts the "family reunification and economic empowerment act" in relation to the establishment of a family reunification and economic empowerment pilot program to be administered by the department of corrections and community supervision to provide incarcerated parents in the city of New York with access to paid apprenticeship and employment opportunities while incarcerated.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides paid employment and apprenticeship opportunities to incarcerated parents, directly enhancing rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10806: Relates to the criminal enforcement of violations of the state's uniform fire prevention and building code

This bill expands criminal penalties for individuals and businesses that fail to fix fire or building code violations after receiving an official order. It directly affects property owners, tenants, contractors, architects, and other parties involved in construction or building maintenance by adding them to the list of people who can be prosecuted. Under the new rules, those who knowingly violate safety standards face misdemeanor charges with fines that increase over time, while those who simply ignore correction orders face a violation charge with lower fines and shorter jail terms. The law applies to anyone serving as an agent, tenant, or otherwise responsible for a building, ensuring that a wider range of parties can be held legally accountable for unsafe conditions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal enforcement by expanding penalties and prosecuting parties for safety violations, aligning with indicators of enhancing accountability.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections and property safety by enforcing building codes, preventing unsafe housing conditions.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Building Codes

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 21, 2026

S 9984: Increases the penalties for promoting prison contraband in the first and second degrees

Increases the penalties for promoting prison contraband in the first and second degrees; requires that each state correctional facility use body imaging scanning for all incarcerated individuals and visitors entering such facility; requires state correctional facilities to use trained canines to screen for contraband at the entrance of each facility.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens prison security by increasing penalties for contraband and mandating advanced screening, directly supporting corrections and safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 9920: Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers

Directs the office of mental health to conduct a study on the mental health and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among corrections officers and other prison workers and to submit a report of the findings of such study to the governor and the legislature.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates a study on the mental health of corrections officers, aligning with efforts to improve conditions and support within the criminal justice system.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs a study on PTSD prevalence among corrections officers, aiming to inform mental health policy and improve access to care for this vulnerable group.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 8, 2026

S 9854: Relates to residential rehabilitation units in correctional facilities

Prohibits the department of corrections from placing incarcerated individuals in two-person cells in residential rehabilitation units unless such incarcerated individuals agree.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects incarcerated individuals' rights by requiring consent for restrictive housing, aligning with criminal justice reform and civil rights protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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