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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10518: Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to Vanderbilt University for the construction of facilities

This bill authorizes the Dormitory Authority to provide financial assistance to Vanderbilt University for building, designing, and improving facilities on its Chelsea Square campus. By amending the Public Authorities Law, the legislation enables the university to access funds for construction, refinancing, and rehabilitation projects without requiring new state legislation for each specific initiative. The changes take effect immediately upon passage, allowing the university to proceed with its planned campus development using the authorized financing mechanisms.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes funding for university facility construction and rehabilitation, directly supporting higher education infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10506: Provides enhanced building aid for school construction projects in municipalities that meet transit-oriented development or housing growth benchmarks

Provides that for any school district located wholly or partially within a municipality that meets transit-oriented development or housing growth benchmarks, the approved building aid ratio for any eligible capital construction project shall be increased by five percentage points.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases school construction funding by raising the building aid ratio, directly strengthening fiscal support for public education infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases building aid for school construction projects, directly enhancing school infrastructure and funding.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases funding for school construction in municipalities meeting housing growth benchmarks, incentivizing housing development.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill incentivizes transit-oriented development and housing growth, directly promoting sustainable transportation and public transit usage.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

J 2224: Commending Class of 2026 Valedictorian Fatimah Braimah and Salutatorian Gendrys Torres of World Academy for Total Community High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments

This bill formally honors Fatimah Braimah and Gendrys Torres, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026 at World Academy for Total Community High School. It recognizes their academic achievements and contributions to their school and community without creating any new laws or changing existing policies. The resolution directs that copies of the commendation be sent to the two students as a gesture of official appreciation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors top students, recognizing academic achievements and fostering positive educational recognition.75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 10145: Relates to the practice of banning books by publicly funded libraries

Provides that publicly funded libraries may not ban books because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval; directs school districts to adopt the ALA library bill of rights.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects academic freedom and access to information in libraries and schools, preventing censorship based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11244: Requires an annual report on the New York state college choice tuition savings program and the translation of vital documents in the most common non-English languages

Requires an annual report on the New York state college choice tuition savings program to be delivered to the governor and the legislature and posted on the comptroller's website and the translation of vital documents in the most common non-English languages.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances educational access by reporting on tuition savings and improving language access for vital documents.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates translation of vital documents in common non-English languages, facilitating access to essential services for immigrants.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10450: Requires the board of education and the trustees or sole trustee of every school district to establish policies and procedures regarding the treatment of transgender or gender non-conforming students

Requires the board of education and the trustees or sole trustee of every school district to establish policies and procedures regarding the treatment of transgender or gender non-conforming students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates inclusive policies for transgender students, expanding educational access and protecting student rights within the school system.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 10141: Requires all school districts to screen all students for dyslexia and dysgraphia

Requires all school districts to screen all students for dyslexia and dysgraphia; requires school districts to provide notice of such screening to each student and to the parent or guardian of each student; allows parents and guardians to opt out.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates screening for dyslexia and dysgraphia, expanding educational access and early intervention for students.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 10269: Relates to waiving school taxes by a town, city, or county industrial development agency

This bill prohibits town, city, or county industrial development agencies from waiving taxes that would otherwise go to a school district. It also stops these agencies from entering into agreements that require businesses to make payments in lieu of taxes when those funds are needed by schools. The rule applies immediately to all such agencies to ensure that school funding is not reduced by tax exemptions or alternative payment arrangements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill protects school funding by prohibiting tax waivers and alternative payments that would reduce revenue for school districts.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill prevents tax waivers and alternative payments that would reduce school district funding, thereby protecting and maintaining educational resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives School Funding

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11391: Permits the Oswego city school district to create an insurance reserve fund

This bill allows the Oswego City School District to create a special savings account called an insurance reserve fund. The district can use money from this fund to pay for insurance claims, lawsuits, or other financial losses related to risks that the district is required to insure. The law also grants this same ability to several other school districts across the state. This change is designed to give these specific school districts more flexibility in managing their insurance-related financial risks.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enables school districts to create insurance reserve funds, protecting financial stability and allowing continued operations without funding cuts.75% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

K 1278: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2026, as School Nurse Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 6, 2026, as School Nurse Day. The measure does not change any laws or alter how school nurses work; instead, it serves to honor their contributions to student health and education. By adopting this resolution, the legislature intends to raise awareness about the important role nurses play in schools and to thank them for their service. The primary effect is a ceremonial proclamation that highlights the value of school nursing to the public and the community.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors school nurses, enhancing student health and educational access without restricting or defunding.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill honors school nurses, raising awareness of their vital role in student health and education.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Healthcare Workforce

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