Expands prison work release program eligibility and participation.

New York A00608 amends the correction law to expand eligibility for prison work release programs. It defines "eligible incarcerated individual" as someone who is eligible for parole or will be within three years. It also allows certain individuals convicted of homicide or assault to participate if they meet specific criteria. The bill prohibits the governor from excluding eligible individuals from work release programs through executive order. It takes effect immediately but certain provisions expire on specific dates.

Expands prison work release program eligibility and participation.

New York A00608 amends the correction law to expand eligibility for prison work release programs. It defines "eligible incarcerated individual" as someone who is eligible for parole or will be within three years. It also allows certain individuals convicted of homicide or assault to participate if they meet specific criteria. The bill prohibits the governor from excluding eligible individuals from work release programs through executive order. It takes effect immediately but certain provisions expire on specific dates.