Education

in committee · New York · Senate May 26, 2026

S 10568: Establishes the New York reinvests in student educational supports program; repealer

Establishes the New York reinvests in student educational supports program to provide eligible students with access to responsible, affordable educational loans to supplement available federal student aid and assist with the cost of attendance and available financial assistance; defines terms; makes related provisions; repeals the New York higher education loan program.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a program to provide affordable educational loans, expanding access to higher education and supplementing federal aid.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

J 2055: Honoring Dr. Anthony Julian Tamburri upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators on May 18, 2026

This Senate resolution honors Dr. Anthony Julian Tamburri, a distinguished professor and scholar of Italian and Italian-American studies, for his significant contributions to education and cultural heritage. The bill formally recognizes his academic achievements, including his authorship of numerous books and his leadership roles in various scholarly organizations, on the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to commend Dr. Tamburri and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to him as an official acknowledgment of his service.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors a distinguished professor and scholar for contributions to education and cultural heritage, recognizing academic achievements.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10382: Authorizes capital reserve funds for special act school districts

Authorizes capital reserve funds for special act school districts; provides that funds retained in this way can only be expended pursuant to an authorization by governing boards of such schools; provides that annual reports must be provided.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes capital reserve funds for school districts, promoting fiscal responsibility and ensuring funds are used only with board authorization.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes capital reserve funds for school districts, enhancing infrastructure and financial stability for K-12 education.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 11515: Extends the duration of tuition assistance awards to five years

This bill extends the maximum duration of tuition assistance awards from their current limit to five academic years in total. It directly affects students enrolled in approved programs who receive financial aid for their education. The key provision amends the education law to allow these awards to cover up to five years of study, with the changes taking effect on July 1st following the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill extends tuition assistance duration to five years, expanding financial access for students and strengthening higher education support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 10184: Establishes a state seal of artistic achievement

Establishes a state seal of artistic achievement to recognize high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in music, dance, theater, visual arts or media arts.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a state seal to recognize high school students' artistic proficiency, enhancing student programs and educational access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10256: Requires the department of education to develop informational materials on type 1 diabetes to be made available to schools for distribution to parents and guardians of students

Requires the department of education, in consultation with the department of health, to develop informational materials on type 1 diabetes; requires such materials to be made available to schools providing elementary education through the department's website; requires schools to distribute such materials to parents and guardians of elementary school students and new students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates distribution of health information to parents and students, enhancing educational access and student support programs.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates distribution of Type 1 diabetes informational materials, improving patient education and access to health knowledge.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10358: Establishes the research literacy enhancement program and fund

Establishes the research literacy enhancement program to make grants to academic institutions within the state which seek to conduct research on literacy; creates the research literacy enhancement fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new fund and grants for literacy research, representing increased funding for public services and essential programs.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a fund and program to grant money for literacy research, directly enhancing educational resources and access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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passed · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

K 1483: Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Rochester School for the Deaf

This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 150th anniversary of the Rochester School for the Deaf. It honors the school's history and contributions to deaf education by officially pausing legislative proceedings to celebrate the milestone. The text also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the school to acknowledge its legacy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors a historic institution's legacy and contributions to deaf education, affirming its value and supporting educational access.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 10523: Extends certain tuition waivers for police officer students of the city university of New York

This bill extends tuition waivers for police officer students at the City University of New York through July 1, 2028. It modifies existing education laws to allow eligible police academy graduates to continue receiving free tuition for their university studies beyond the previous expiration date. The legislation applies directly to current and future police officers enrolled in CUNY programs who meet the program's eligibility requirements. By updating the expiration date in the statute, the bill ensures that financial support for these students remains in place for an additional two years.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends tuition waivers for police officer students, enhancing education and professional development for law enforcement personnel.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill extends tuition waivers for police officer students at CUNY, expanding educational access and reducing financial barriers for eligible students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 10524: Extends certain provisions of law relating to requiring regulations to permit tuition waivers for certain firefighters and fire officers for CUNY

Extends certain provisions of law relating to requiring regulations to permit tuition waivers for certain firefighters and fire officers for CUNY until July 1, 2028.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill extends tuition waivers for firefighters to attend CUNY, expanding educational access for public service workers.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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