Authorizes the provision of child care services on school grounds during school and non-school hours
This bill allows school districts to offer child care services on school property during both school and non-school hours. It specifically directs the Cobleskill-Richmondville school district to provide care for three- and four-year-olds who lack sufficient childcare options, provided there is available space. The cost of these services must be covered by the parents, local social services, or other public and private sources, rather than by the school district itself. The changes will not take effect until eighteen months after the bill becomes law.
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 14, 2026
Last action May 6, 2026
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The bill expands the availability of child care services in New York schools to include non-school hours, allowing districts to offer care before or after school. It also clarifies that the Cobleskill-Richmondville school district must provide care for three- and four-year-olds regardless of whether space is available for other groups. These changes aim to increase access to child care and support working families by utilizing school facilities more flexibly.
Scope change
The bill's scope expanded from providing child care only during school hours to include both school and non-school hours.
SCOPE
Child care services are now authorized during both school and non-school hours, increasing flexibility for families and schools.
ELIGIBILITY
The Cobleskill-Richmondville school district is now required to provide child care for three- and four-year-olds regardless of whether additional space is available for other children or employees.
TECHNICAL
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May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 10959A
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May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO EDUCATION
lower
Apr 14, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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