NYC Council Introduction 688

intro.nyc/0688-2022 2022-2023 Legislative Session
Requiring reporting on crime statistics in shelters.
Status: Filed (End of Session) Committee on General Welfare
Sponsored by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
Introduced: September 14, 2022

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.

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