NYC Council Introduction 404

intro.nyc/0404-2024 2024-2025 Legislative Session
Requiring reporting on crime statistics in shelters.
Status: Committee Committee on General Welfare
Sponsored by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
Introduced: February 28, 2024

This bill would require the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) to produce to an annual report detailing “critical incidents” occurring in shelters, including assault, sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, weapons possession, arson, and theft. The annual report will also detail efforts to upgrade security and any agreements made between DHS and the New York City Police Department or other entities to enhance security.