New York State Lawmakers Calling For Prisoners To Receive Immediate Access To COVID Vaccines

New York State Lawmakers Calling For Prisoners To Receive Immediate Access To COVID Vaccines

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Some New York State lawmakers are now calling for immediate access to COVID-19 vaccines for prisoners.

Starting Saturday, State Sen. Julia Salazar, who chairs the corrections committee, will begin a series of visits to five state prisons, two jails and an ICE detention center.

More than a dozen Senate and Assembly members will also take part.

In response, the State Department of Corrections says all prisoners have been tested for COVID-19 and it is now working with the health department to develop a vaccination plan.

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January 30, 2021 at 06:44AM