New York S01959 requires legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions.

New York S01959 amends the correction law to mandate that the department submit a written report to the legislature at least 365 days before any planned closure of correctional facilities or institutions. The report must include justification for the proposed closure and any additional information the legislature deems necessary. If the legislature finds the closure unjustified, it cannot proceed without a majority vote from both houses. The act ensures that the legislature has ample time to review and approve or disapprove of any proposed closures.

New York S01959 requires legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions.

New York S01959 amends the correction law to mandate that the department submit a written report to the legislature at least 365 days before any planned closure of correctional facilities or institutions. The report must include justification for the proposed closure and any additional information the legislature deems necessary. If the legislature finds the closure unjustified, it cannot proceed without a majority vote from both houses. The act ensures that the legislature has ample time to review and approve or disapprove of any proposed closures.