New York S04923 requires wardens or superintendents of correctional facilities to accept assistance from state and federal agencies and.
New York S04923 amends the correction law to require wardens or superintendents of correctional facilities to accept assistance from state and federal agencies and municipalities in the event of an emergency. This includes loss of power, heat, or water or a medical state of emergency. The assistance, termed "humanitarian aid," includes necessary material support such as bottled water, medical supplies, and blankets. The aim is to alleviate suffering and provide support to staff, incarcerated individuals, and others on site during emergencies.
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