Expands the New York opportunity promise scholarship to include all SUNY and CUNY approved programs which award certain associate's degrees
This bill expands New York's Opportunity Promise Scholarship to cover all SUNY and CUNY associate's degree programs that lead to high-demand careers, directly affecting students enrolled in these specific programs. It specifies fields like nursing, cybersecurity, engineering, and green energy as eligible, with the list updated annually by the Department of Labor before each fall term. The change ensures students in approved associate's programs at SUNY/CUNY community colleges or campuses can access the scholarship without restrictions based on program type. The policy takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Jun 2025
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Introduced Jun 4, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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Jun 4, 2025
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Andrew Gounardes
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