A 6415 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to establishing the commission on diversity in specialized schools

This bill establishes a 18-member commission within New York City's Department of Education to examine diversity in the city's specialized high schools. The commission, appointed by state and city officials including the governor, mayor, and school chancellor, will evaluate current admission policies and diversity initiatives. It must gather input from schools, students, parents, and the public, then propose specific recommendations to improve diversity by July 1, 2026. The commission will dissolve after submitting its final report to state and city leaders.
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Introduced Mar 4, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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