But a joint statement issued Sunday by Senators James Skoufis, Pete Harckham, Michelle Hinchey and Rachel May calling for “substantial reforms” does not mention a repeal of the HALT Act. The legislation that limits the use of solitary confinement was approved by the legislature and signed into law by then-Governor Andrew Cuomo in 2021.

In a memo to all correctional facility superintendents, the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision announced certain parts of the HALT

Prison strikes across the state continued Friday as correctional officers take to the picket line demanding better working conditions.Some entering their third

As New York correction officers continue their strike, state lawmakers remain split over prison staffing reforms and the controversial HALT Act, which limits solitary confinement. While some legislators signal willingness to address staffing and retirement concerns, deep divisions persist on whether to repeal or amend HALT.

As prison protests continue, New York corrections staff urge Hochul to repeal HALT Act