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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 8, 2026

A 10884: Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the Chambers St 1/2/3 subway station to the Chambers St-Borough of Manhattan Community College station

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the Chambers St 1/2/3 subway station to the Chambers St-Borough of Manhattan Community College station.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill renames a subway station to honor a community college, enhancing visibility and access for the institution.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 9, 2026

S 9861: Provides for the inclusion of a faculty or staff member on the board of trustees of community colleges

Provides for the inclusion of a faculty or staff member on the board of trustees of community colleges elected by and from among the faculty and staff of the college.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands governance by including faculty/staff on community college boards, enhancing educator representation and institutional support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 10004: Requires LGBT awareness curriculum or instruction

This bill directs the state education commissioner to create curriculum materials for school districts covering the historical treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and gender non-conforming individuals. School districts may adapt the content to meet their specific needs and the age-appropriate abilities of students at different grade levels. The instruction can be included as part of social studies classes or other appropriate educational settings determined by the schools. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2027, allowing time for the implementation of necessary rules and regulations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates curriculum on LGBT history, expanding educational content and student access to inclusive instruction.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 10894: Extends provisions related to certified school psychologists and special education services and programs for preschool children with handicapping conditions

Extends provisions related to certified school psychologists and special education services and programs for preschool children with handicapping conditions until June 30, 2028.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill extends provisions for certified school psychologists and special education services, expanding access and strengthening support for preschool children with handicapping conditions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Special Education

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9885: Relates to reimbursement for nonpublic school safety equipment grants

Provides that reimbursement payable for grants for nonpublic school safety equipment shall be paid within twelve months of the nonpublic school furnishing all required application materials for such grant to the department of education; requires the commissioner of education to report on any such reimbursements payable.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates timely reimbursement for teacher hiring and safety grants, directly strengthening funding and resources for schools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 14, 2026

A 10980: Relates to the school supplies education credit

Establishes the school supplies education credit to allow a resident taxpayer who is a parent, guardian or other person, lawfully having the care, custody or control of a person who has not yet attained the age of nineteen years, and such person is enrolled in elementary or secondary education in any public school, nonpublic or charter school, board of cooperative educational services, or that receives home instruction, to have a credit equal to the cost of learning materials and school supplies purchased for education purposes during the taxable year, provided that such credit shall not exceed five hundred dollars per student and shall not exceed the total one thousand five hundred dollars per family.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax credit for school supplies, providing tax relief to families and reducing the financial burden of education costs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a tax credit for school supplies, directly reducing costs for families and enhancing access to educational materials.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 17, 2026

S 9951: Restricts the use of wireless communication devices by students on school property

Prohibits students from accessing their wireless communications devices on school property, unless authorized for classroom use; prohibits students from accessing social media platforms through the use of internet access provided by the school district, except when expressly directed to for class instruction.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts student access to wireless devices and social media on school property, limiting educational tools and resources.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts student access to wireless devices and social media on school property, limiting internet access and digital rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Social Media Telecommunications

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passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 10049: Updates the definition of cyberbullying in the dignity for all students act

Updates the definition of cyberbullying in the dignity for all students act to include intentionally using artificial intelligence to mimic or alter a person's likeness or voice without their consent.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens student safety by updating cyberbullying definitions, protecting students from AI-based likeness misuse in educational settings.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens digital rights by regulating AI misuse to protect individuals from likeness and voice mimicry without consent.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Online Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 8, 2026

A 10875: Relates to directing the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a city university of New York student fare program

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a city university of New York student fare program for trains and buses which provides a full fare reduction for five train and/or bus fares each weekday equal to the standard pay-per-ride fare.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces transportation costs for CUNY students, enhancing educational access and affordability.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a student fare reduction program for trains and buses, directly expanding public transit accessibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9720: Relates to authorizing grants for the implementation of the seal of civic readiness program

Relates to authorizing grants for the implementation of the seal of civic readiness program; authorizes grants of $50,000 to no more than 20 applicant school districts for public schools that have successfully completed both the seal of civic readiness application and commissioner created grant application.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $50,000 in grants to school districts, directly increasing funding for public education programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes grants to fund the Seal of Civic Readiness program, expanding student programs and educational access in K-12 schools.90% confidence

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