New York S00637 requires the commissioner to notify local officials when a sex offender is transferred to a community program or residence.

New York S00637 amends the mental hygiene law to mandate that the commissioner notify the chief executive officer of any municipality and the superintendent of schools when a sex offender is transferred to a community program or residence within their jurisdiction. This notification must occur no later than ten calendar days before the transfer. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York S00637 requires the commissioner to notify local officials when a sex offender is transferred to a community program or residence.

New York S00637 amends the mental hygiene law to mandate that the commissioner notify the chief executive officer of any municipality and the superintendent of schools when a sex offender is transferred to a community program or residence within their jurisdiction. This notification must occur no later than ten calendar days before the transfer. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.