A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the department of correction to report on sexual assault and sexual harassment of correctional staff and providing staff access to mental health treatment resources

Summary

This bill would require the Department of Correction (DOC) to report on alleged incidents of sexual assault and sexual harassment by incarcerated individuals against staff working in City jails. For each incident, DOC would be required to report information related to the alleged incident and related investigation. The bill would also require the DOC to ensure that staff have access to mental health resources relating to reducing stress and other adverse mental health impacts for persons working in correctional facilities.

Official summary of legislation · NYC Council