A 8315 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to student age eligibility for certain programs and benefits

This bill proposes to extend the age of eligibility for certain educational programs and benefits for students with disabilities from 21 to 22 years old. It would allow students with disabilities to receive a high school diploma from specific educational facilities or districts until age 22. The bill also permits vocational education and extension boards to provide transportation to career education classes for these students until they turn 22, adjusting related funding mechanisms. Additionally, it updates the definition of "child" for certain educational reporting purposes to include students with disabilities up to age 22.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2025
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Introduced May 13, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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May 13, 2025
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REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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Aron Wieder
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