Golden’s playground drug bill passes 1st hurdle
A bill introduced by state Sen. Marty Golden (R-C-Bay Ridge-southern Brooklyn) to increase jail time for suspects caught selling drugs in playgrounds passed its first hurdle when the state senate voted to approve the legislation on May 22.
Current New York State law penalizes people who sell drugs on school grounds or in day-care centers. Golden’s bill expands that to include playgrounds and parks.
Golden said his bill, S.2173A, is aimed at providing additional protections for kids and families from the dangers of people who prey on children.