A 9688 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Requires legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions

This bill requires the state Department of Corrections to notify the legislature at least 365 days before closing any correctional facility or institution, including providing justification for the closure. The legislature can request additional information and must approve any closure it deems unjustified by a majority vote in both chambers. It directly affects state correctional facilities and the legislative process for facility closures. The law aims to ensure transparency and legislative oversight before any facility closure takes effect.
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Introduced Jan 21, 2026 Last action Jan 21, 2026
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