New York S01746 mandates annual reviews of policies and practices in correctional facilities to prevent and treat infectious diseases like HIV, AIDS.

New York S01746 amends the public health law to require the commissioner to review policies and practices in correctional facilities regarding infectious diseases, including HIV, AIDS, HCV, COVID-19, and emerging infectious diseases. The commissioner must inspect policy and procedure manuals, interview health services providers and incarcerated individuals, and review medical grievances and records. The commissioner must also inform the public about the review and invite feedback. The commissioner will approve or direct corrective plans based on the review, and monitor their implementation.

New York S01746 mandates annual reviews of policies and practices in correctional facilities to prevent and treat infectious diseases like HIV, AIDS.

New York S01746 amends the public health law to require the commissioner to review policies and practices in correctional facilities regarding infectious diseases, including HIV, AIDS, HCV, COVID-19, and emerging infectious diseases. The commissioner must inspect policy and procedure manuals, interview health services providers and incarcerated individuals, and review medical grievances and records. The commissioner must also inform the public about the review and invite feedback. The commissioner will approve or direct corrective plans based on the review, and monitor their implementation.