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ALBANY — New York has a new permanent commissioner for the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision — 11 years after the last permanent appointee left the job.
New York State is at a critical juncture to transform a prison system plagued by decades of systemic injustices, human rights violations, and counterproductive policies. The appointment of a new commissioner for the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) presents a rare and pivotal opportunity to either drive meaningful change or continue the cycle of abuse and misconduct that has long tarnished this agency. We must ensure the right leadership is chosen to champion the reform our prison system so desperately needs.
The Bedford Hills Correctional Facility EHU, as well as every other rehabilitative program, should be supported without question.
Given that such events occur so infrequently, Jeremy D. Zielinski wanted to observe the solar eclipse taking place Monday in person.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the confirmation of New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James by the Senate.