Education

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6118: Directs the commissioner of education to provide for the availability of adequate supplies for use by left-handed students

Directs the commissioner of education to provide for the proportionate availability of adequate school supplies for use by left-handed students where adequate supplies are available for use by right-handed students; applies to any school supplies and equipment purchased by the department or schools on or after the effective date of rules and regulations promulgated by the commissioner of education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirectly ensures equitable access to school supplies for left-handed students, enhancing inclusivity in K-12 educational access per topic description.95% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3824: Allows students attending agricultural learning events to be counted as in attendance at school

Allows students attending agricultural learning events to be counted as in attendance at school; defines "agricultural learning events" as including FFA events and 4-H programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands attendance eligibility for agricultural programs (FFA/4-H), enhancing educational access for students in these activities.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5312: Authorizes high school students to vote on city-wide education councils

This bill adds two voting seats for high school students on five city education councils, including those for special education, English language learners, high schools, District 75, and community school boards. High school students enrolled in relevant programs (such as special education, bilingual/ESL, or general high school) qualify for these seats, which are appointed annually by school administrators or the chancellor. The change replaces previous non-voting student positions with voting roles, allowing students to directly participate in policy decisions affecting their education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationGrants high school students voting seats on education councils, enhancing student voice in policy decisions affecting K-12 education.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7579: Addresses the elementary literacy gap by empowering student and parental engagement with an evidence-based home reading program

Provides grants to nonprofit organizations that provide eligible home reading programs that provide independent reading level books that are individually mailed to the residences of kindergarten through fifth grade students on a weekly basis.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for K-5 home reading program targeting literacy gap, directly funding student educational access through evidence-based reading materials.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6714: Relates to providing funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries

Relates to providing funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries who are not eligible for limited English proficiency programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides funding for transitional programs for non-LEP Caribbean students, directly enhancing educational access and support through targeted funding.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds transitional programs for Caribbean students ineligible for standard English programs, supporting immigrant integration through educational services.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1133: Authorizes a distinctive "guardians for schools" license plate; and establishes the guardians for schools fund

This bill creates a special "guardians for schools" license plate for New York residents, who pay a $25 annual fee on top of regular registration. The fee funds the "guardians for schools fund," which must be used exclusively for school security improvements like security officers, metal detectors, and safety training. The fund is managed by state officials and cannot be diverted to general state spending. It takes effect 180 days after enactment, with initial plate production costs offset from the fund after one year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates $25 annual fee (new tax) exclusively funding school security improvements, directly allocating dedicated revenue to public safety program per bill's purpose.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates dedicated fund for school security improvements (security officers, metal detectors) via license plate fees, directly funding school safety infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5107: Addresses the elementary literacy gap by empowering student and parental engagement with an evidence-based home reading program

Provides grants to nonprofit organizations that provide eligible home reading programs that provide independent reading level books that are individually mailed to the residences of kindergarten through fifth grade students on a weekly basis.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for evidence-based home reading programs targeting K-5 literacy, directly funding student engagement and program enhancement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9157: Requires curriculum or instruction in Italian history and civic impact

This bill requires all public school districts in the state to include age-appropriate curriculum on Italian history and civic impact in their social studies or history courses. The curriculum must cover Italian immigration to the U.S., the Italian community's historical experiences (including challenges), and their contributions to American government, arts, science, and society. School boards must provide teachers with training and materials to deliver this instruction, which can be integrated into existing courses. The mandate takes effect July 1, 2026, after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates inclusion of Italian history curriculum in K-12 social studies, expanding educational content and cultural awareness per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 584: Relates to the ability for school districts to implement telehealth school-based mental health clinics

Grants school districts the ability to implement telehealth school-based mental health clinics; establishes the student mental telehealth reimbursement fund; relates to funding the student mental telehealth reimbursement fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes student mental telehealth reimbursement fund, allocating state funds for school-based mental health services as a public health program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes telehealth mental health clinics in schools and creates a reimbursement fund, directly enhancing student mental health services and access within educational settings.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes telehealth mental health clinics in schools with dedicated funding, directly expanding access to mental health services through school-based care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Mental Health Telehealth

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5211: Relates to librarians of school libraries; repealer

This bill (A 5211) requires all New York school districts to employ certified school library media specialists in every elementary and secondary school based on student enrollment size. For example, schools with 100-300 students must have 0.3 full-time equivalent librarians, while schools over 2,000 students need two full-time librarians plus one additional for every 1,000 more students. It also mandates library clerks in schools with at least 1,000 students (one clerk per 1,000 students). School districts may request a one-year waiver for up to two years total if they demonstrate a shortage of certified librarians and made hiring offers, but waivers cannot exceed two years in a five-year period. The law applies to all public elementary and secondary schools statewide.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates certified librarians and clerks based on enrollment, strengthening school library resources and access per K-12 education standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries Student Health

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