Exempts Wantagh school district from regulations regarding the use of indigenous mascots
This bill exempts the Wantagh Union Free School District from New York State regulations that restrict the use of indigenous names, mascots, and logos in schools. It directly affects Wantagh School District by allowing it to continue using such imagery without complying with existing rules, including those in Title 8 of the New York Codes. The exemption is immediate and applies to all relevant state laws, rules, or regulations governing this issue. The bill does not alter broader state policy but grants a specific exception for this district.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026
Committee
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
upper
Mar 17, 2026
Upper · Passed
NOTICE OF COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION - REQUESTED
upper
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Steve Rhoads
RRepublican/Conservative
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