Albany Times Union, June 5, 2007
New York’s governor Elliot Spitzer appears to have withdrawn support from a bill transferring mentally ill prisoners out of solitary lock-ups called “the box.” Additional expenses were given as an explanation. The bill was unanimously approved by Senate. It now goes to the Assembly and has the support of the New York State Correctional Officers and the Police Benevolent Association. Between 300-500 prisoners held under 21-23 hours of isolation in so-called Special Housing Units where many symptoms go untreated under conditions considered extreme would be affected. Approximately 8,000 prisoners in New York State have a mental illness.
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