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flag NY Republicans push to expand solitary confinement after prison attack and staff shortage.

flag New York Republicans introduced legislation on March 16, 2026, to expand solitary confinement eligibility in state prisons, citing safety concerns after a violent attack at Lakeview facility and ongoing staff shortages following a 22-day strike. flag The bill, backed by correction officers’ unions, would allow longer and broader use of segregation for violent conduct, riots, escapes, and sexual misconduct, and grant DOCCS more flexibility in managing inmates and programming. flag Reform advocates and Democratic lawmakers oppose the move, pointing to rising prison deaths, abuse allegations, and existing HALT Act violations. flag Both sides agree the system is broken but differ on whether easing restrictions or strengthening rehabilitation is the solution.

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