Cuomo Concedes on Two Big Wins for Criminal Justice Reform

Written By Madelyn S

The Appeal, April 1, 2021: Cuomo Concedes on Two Big Wins for Criminal Justice Reform

“The embattled New York governor, who advocates describe as a longtime impediment to reform, signed bills to legalize marijuana and considerably restrict solitary confinement in the state.”

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Additional reading:

Correctional Association of New York (CANY), March 24, 2021: Statement of Support Urging Governor Cuomo to Sign the HALT Solitary Confinement Act

New York State Senate, March 18, 2021: Senate Passes the ‘HALT’ Solitary Confinement Act

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