New York A09688 mandates legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions.

New York A09688 amends the correction law by requiring the department to submit a written report to the legislature at least 365 days before seeking to close any correctional facility or institution. The report must include justification for the proposed closure. The legislature, or its committees, can request additional information. If the legislature finds the closure unjustified, it must approve the closure by a majority vote in each house.

New York A09688 mandates legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions.

New York A09688 amends the correction law by requiring the department to submit a written report to the legislature at least 365 days before seeking to close any correctional facility or institution. The report must include justification for the proposed closure. The legislature, or its committees, can request additional information. If the legislature finds the closure unjustified, it must approve the closure by a majority vote in each house.