S 9944 New York Senate · 2023 Regular Session

Enacts the "our school our rules act"

This bill, titled the "Our Schools Our Rules Act," aims to prevent the state from forcing local school districts to create regionalization plans that share resources or administrative duties. It directly affects school districts, particularly those on Long Island, by prohibiting the education department and the board of regents from mandating such plans or enforcing related regulations. The law explicitly states that while districts cannot be compelled to join these programs, they remain free to voluntarily enter into partnerships with other schools or organizations. Additionally, any existing state rules requiring regionalization plans are declared null and void, ensuring local control over governance and budgeting decisions.
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Introduced Oct 30, 2024 Last action Oct 30, 2024
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