Criminal Justice (Corrections)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5800: Relates to providing electronic mail services to an incarcerated individual

Provides electronic mail services to an incarcerated individual which allows an incarcerated individual to send up to ten electronic mail letters a day at no charge.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables inmate communication, supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism (key reform indicators).85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4062: Provides standards for correctional facilities in relation to medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorders

Provides standards for correctional facilities in relation to medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorders and the testing for opioid use when an individual is first incarcerated.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes MAT standards in prisons, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism - key criminal justice reform elements.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes healthcare standards for medication-assisted treatment of opioid use disorders in correctional facilities, directly improving access to evidence-based healthcare services for a vulnerable population.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8172: Prohibits the obscuring of body-worn or stationary cameras in correctional institutions

Prohibits employees of the department of corrections and community supervision or a correctional facility from willfully obstructing, blocking or otherwise obscuring a body-worn or stationary camera from recording activities within a correctional facility for the purpose of hindering an existing or potential investigation, concealing a crime or criminal activity, or concealing otherwise unlawful behavior.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits obstructing cameras in correctional facilities to prevent concealment of misconduct, enhancing transparency and accountability in corrections oversight.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4808: Requires the department of corrections and community supervision to make efforts to reduce incarcerated individual telephone rates and to place a cap on the cost of outgoing calls

Requires the department of corrections and community supervision to make efforts to reduce incarcerated individual telephone rates and to place a cap on the cost of outgoing calls.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeReduces financial barriers for incarcerated individuals to maintain family connections, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to improve rehabilitation and reduce recidivism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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passed · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 6463: Authorizes the transfer of pregnant and postpartum incarcerated individuals to residential treatment facilities

Authorizes the transfer of pregnant and postpartum incarcerated individuals to residential treatment facilities; requires annual reporting on the number of such incarcerated individuals transferred.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAuthorizes transfers to treatment facilities for pregnant/postpartum inmates, promoting rehabilitation and reducing harmful incarceration practices within corrections reform.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTransfers incarcerated pregnant/postpartum individuals to residential treatment facilities, improving healthcare access for a vulnerable population.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Women's Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8453: Directs the hiring of an independent investigator to investigate correctional facilities in the state

Directs the hiring of an independent investigator to investigate all 42 correctional facilities in the state to identify any negative policies and practices exiting as such correctional facilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDirects investigation into correctional facilities to identify negative policies, aligning with oversight and reform indicators in criminal justice.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5879: Enacts Michelle and Jordan's law relating to the penalties for a second conviction of participating in an unlawful speed contest or race

This bill, "Michelle and Jordan's law," increases penalties for a second conviction of participating in illegal street racing or speed contests within 12 months. It upgrades the offense to a class E felony, punishable by up to one year in prison, a fine of $525-$750, or both. The law directly affects individuals convicted twice of such traffic violations within a year. It amends New York's Vehicle and Traffic Law to impose these stricter penalties starting 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for repeat street racing offenses, upgrading to felony with mandatory prison term, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of harsher sentencing.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for illegal street racing, enhancing road safety through stricter enforcement of traffic violations under Vehicle and Traffic Law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3853: Directs the department of corrections and community supervision to conduct a comprehensive study on deaths in correctional facilities within New York state

Directs the department of corrections and community supervision to conduct a comprehensive study on deaths in correctional facilities within New York state to provide data-driven insights and recommendations to improve prison conditions, healthcare, and policies to prevent future tragedies.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates study on correctional facility deaths to improve conditions, healthcare, and prevent tragedies - directly aligns with criminal justice reform goals like enhancing oversight and safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5982: Directs the department of corrections and community supervision to conduct a comprehensive study on deaths in correctional facilities within New York state

Directs the department of corrections and community supervision to conduct a comprehensive study on deaths in correctional facilities within New York state to provide data-driven insights and recommendations to improve prison conditions, healthcare, and policies to prevent future tragedies.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDirects study on prison deaths to improve conditions, healthcare, and policies, aligning with reform goals like preventing tragedies and enhancing oversight.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 5701: Requires the department of corrections and community supervision to establish discharge plans and reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals upon their discharge

Requires the department of corrections and community supervision to establish discharge plans and reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals upon their discharge which includes housing needs, educational needs, employment needs, medical needs, and specific social service needs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires comprehensive reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals, directly promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through housing, employment, and medical support.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly requires addressing 'medical needs' in reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals, ensuring healthcare access upon release.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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