New York City Council
Committee on Criminal Justice
Jan 30, 2024
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12:30 PM
25 min
Summary
The committee votes to override mayor's veto on banning solitary confinement, with remarks from council members.
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Opening Remarks by Chair Sandy Nurse
Chair Sandy Nurse opens the meeting. Nurse reflects on visits to Rikers Island, sharing firsthand observations and conversations with inmates in solitary confinement. Emphasizing the harmful effects of solitary confinement, …
0:00:46
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6 min
Remarks by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams on Ending Solitary Confinement
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams shares his perspective on his bill banning solitary confinement in his remarks.
0:06:59
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159 sec
Council Member Jeniffer Gutierrez Advocates for Ending Solitary Confinement
Council Member Jeniffer Gutierrez speaks on the importance of ending solitary confinement, echoing the sentiments of colleagues and activists. Gutierrez highlights the commitment of new council members and the leadership …
0:09:38
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88 sec
Council Member Mercedes Narcisse Speaks Out Against Solitary Confinement
Council Member Mercedes Narcisse critiques the inhumanity of solitary confinement. Narcisse's remarks include her observations from Rikers Island, showcasing the psychological impact on individuals in solitary confinement and calling for …
0:11:06
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140 sec
Council Member Diana Ayala Shares Personal Testimony Against Solitary Confinement
Council Member Diana Ayala delivers a heartfelt testimony about her brother's experiences with incarceration and solitary confinement, emphasizing the destructive impact on his mental health and overall well-being. She criticizes …
0:13:27
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3 min
Council Member Tiffany Cabán Explains Her Vote to Overturn Mayor's Veto
Council Member Tiffany Cabán explains her vote against solitary confinement, drawing from her experiences as a public defender and visits to Rikers Island. She emphasizes the council's collective decision to …
0:17:14
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106 sec
Council Member Shahana Hanif Explains Her Vote to Overturn Mayor's Veto
Council member Shahana Hanif advocates for overriding the mayor's veto of Intro 549, condemning solitary confinement as torture. Citing the bill's provisions for safety and deescalatory interventions, she highlights the …
0:19:06
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111 sec
Council Member Christopher Marte's Explains His Vote to Overturn Mayor's Veto
Council Member Christopher Marte shares a poignant personal story about his brother's distressing experiences with solitary confinement, underscoring the lasting psychological impacts it can have. He extends gratitude towards colleagues …
0:20:59
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77 sec
Council Member Restler Explains His Vote to Overturn Mayor's Veto
Council Member Restler declares his vote to override the mayor's veto, denouncing solitary confinement as torture and highlighting the broader societal and individual harm it causes. Restler concludes his remarks …
0:22:24
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69 sec
Council Member Althea Stevens Explains Her Vote to Overturn Mayor's Veto
Council Member Althea Stevens explains her affirmative vote to overturn the mayor's veto on Intro 549 a, focusing on the rehabilitation potential of the legislation. She starts by defending the …
0:23:35
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63 sec
The Veto Override Passes and Meeting Adjourns
The meeting concludes with the passage of the override of the mayor's veto of the a bill banning solitary confinement by the committee.
0:24:42
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17 sec