NY Budget Cuts Will Delay Speedy Autopsies Needed By Muslims and Jews

New York City’s Chief Medical Examiner says planned state budget cuts will force extensive staff reductions which, in turn, will have a particular impact on observant Muslims and Jews. They may be unable to obtain the rapid autopsies that are necessary to meet their religious requirements for speedy burial. CBS 2 News reported Thursday that the Medical Examiner’s office faces cuts of $18 million.