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Assemblyman Hawley Helps Pass Bill to Safeguard Children

By Steve Hawley

 

HAWLEY HELPS PASS BILL TO SAFEGUARD CHILDREN

Legislation to Protect Against Sex Offenders Passes Both Houses

 

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R, I, C – Batavia) voted in support of legislation that would help safeguard children from sex offenders by allowing residents to sign up to receive e-mail alerts when Level 2 and 3 sex offenders move into their neighborhood (A.1242-B).

 

“In today’s busy world, not every parent or guardian has the time to constantly check the Internet database; however, as a parent myself, I know there is nothing more important than keeping our children safe.  This bill helps parents and guardians do that in a quick, free and common-sense manner for today’s world,” said Hawley.

 

The service would allow residents to sign up for the e-mail alerts through the Division of Criminal Justice Services website.  The resident would be able to specify the geographical area of concern for them and then receive e-mail notifications if a Level 2 or 3 sex offender moves into that area.

 

The bill has now been passed in both houses and is before the Governor for his consideration. 

 

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