Expands eligibility for New York's prison work release program.

New York S07029 amends the correction law to expand eligibility for the prison work release program. It defines "eligible incarcerated individual" as someone who is eligible for parole or will be within two years. It excludes those convicted of escape or absconding offenses and certain sex offenses from eligibility. The commissioner must review the status of incarcerated individuals denied parole while in the program to determine continued placement. The bill also includes provisions for credit for time served and good behavior.

Expands eligibility for New York's prison work release program.

New York S07029 amends the correction law to expand eligibility for the prison work release program. It defines "eligible incarcerated individual" as someone who is eligible for parole or will be within two years. It excludes those convicted of escape or absconding offenses and certain sex offenses from eligibility. The commissioner must review the status of incarcerated individuals denied parole while in the program to determine continued placement. The bill also includes provisions for credit for time served and good behavior.