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S 6642

Establishes the New York state commission to end mass incarceration and to prevent violence

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gustavo Rivera and 2 co-sponsors

Establishes a New York State commission to end mass incarceration and prevent violence, aiming to cut jailings and help communities; funding/powers to be set by Finance.

REFERRED TO FINANCE
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Bill Summary · S 6642

S 6642 – Establishes the New York state commission to end mass incarceration and to prevent violence

Overview

S 6642 is a Senate bill introduced on March 19, 2025, that would establish a New York State commission focused on ending mass incarceration and preventing violence. The bill is currently referred to the Senate Finance Committee, indicating it will undergo budgetary and funding considerations before further action.

What the bill would do

  • Establishes a New York State commission dedicated to strategies and actions intended to end mass incarceration and to prevent violence.
  • The specific powers, composition, funding, and procedural authorities of the commission are not provided in the information available here. Details such as how members are appointed, the scope of authority, reporting requirements, and funding sources are not listed.

Key provisions and potential impacts (as available)

  • Purpose: Create a centralized body to address two broad objectives—reducing reliance on incarceration and reducing violence within communities.
  • Scope and authority: Not specified in the provided materials. If established with typical legislative authority, the commission could be tasked with researching, convening stakeholders, issuing reports, and recommending legislative or executive actions. The actual impact would depend on the commission’s mandate, funding, and powers granted by the statute.
  • Funding and timeline: The bill has been referred to Finance, suggesting that any funding for the commission would be a central consideration in subsequent budget or appropriations processes. No implementation timeline is provided.

Sponsors and legislative status

  • Primary sponsor: James Sanders Jr.
  • Cosponsors: Gustavo Rivera and Julia Salazar.
  • Related sponsorship: Assembly companion A 303 exists (listed as a companion). Related Senate bills from prior sessions include S 6098, S 1613, and S 3561.

Who would be affected

  • State government and agencies involved in criminal justice reform and violence prevention.
  • Communities disproportionately impacted by mass incarceration and violence, as well as advocacy groups, legal aid organizations, prosecutors, and public defenders who participate in reform efforts.
  • The bill’s impact would largely depend on the commission’s powers and funding, including any recommended legislation or policy changes.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduced: March 19, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Finance (Treasury/budget considerations), with actions dated 2025-03-19.
  • No further actions are listed; additional steps would typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, and floor votes before any final passage.

Additional context

  • The title and purpose indicate a broad reform agenda addressing incarceration and violence prevention, but the lack of detailed bill text means specific programs, structures, or funding mechanisms remain undetermined at this stage. Stakeholders may watch for committee discussions, fiscal notes, and the Assembly companion bill for parallel progress.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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