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Local Policy
New York, New York

Requiring correctional facilities to provide cultural foods for groups with significant representation in the prisoner population

New York City, N.Y., 40 RCNY � 1-01(b)(3)

Last Visited 4/29/26
Policy Summary

This provision is contained within a larger rule regarding nondiscriminatory treatment at New York City Department of Correction facilities. It requires that each facility provide cultural foods, as well as programs and cultural activities, for those groups with significant representation in the prisoner population.

State New York
Jurisdiction Name New York
Jurisdiction Type city
Population Size over-800k
Food System Topics
  • Food Access
  • Institutional Procurement
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