Education

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10627: Relates to a state pre-paid tuition plan

This bill establishes a new New York State Pre-Paid Tuition Plan that allows individuals to make tax-free contributions to an account for the pre-payment of future college tuition. The plan is administered by the state comptroller and managed by a licensed financial organization, with funds guaranteed to cover tuition costs at participating two-year and four-year institutions. Account owners can contribute cash to the plan and designate a beneficiary, with withdrawals permitted only after four years for qualified tuition expenses. The bill defines eligible institutions, outlines the comptroller's administrative duties, and specifies rules for account opening, contributions, and withdrawals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax-free contributions for education savings, providing tax relief and promoting fiscal responsibility through state-administered pre-paid tuition plan.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes pre-paid tuition plan expanding higher education access and financial support for students85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 20, 2026

A 10700: Requires the filing and posting of required ancillary agreements on school district and charter school websites

This bill requires school districts and charter schools to post copies of required ancillary agreements on their websites. These agreements are documents that students, parents, or guardians must sign as a condition of attending school. The bill also mandates that schools keep physical copies of these agreements on file in addition to posting them online. This change aims to increase transparency by making these documents publicly accessible to families and the community. The law will take effect 30 days after it is enacted.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases transparency in school operations by requiring public access to ancillary agreements, enhancing family and community oversight of educational requirements.75% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

A 10705: Relates to the computation of building aid for the Arlington central school district

Relates to the computation of building aid for the Arlington central school district; authorizes multi-year cost allowances to be established and used three times in a five-year period for construction, reconstruction or modernizing of one project by the Arlington central school district.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes multi-year cost allowances for school construction and modernization, directly improving school infrastructure and educational facilities.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 27, 2026

A 10755: Relates to improving student mental health and mental health literacy in institutions of higher education in the state, and requiring the amendment or adoption of related protocols, policies and programs

Relates to improving student mental health and mental health literacy in institutions of higher education in the state; requires the amendment or adoption of related protocols, policies and programs in SUNY, CUNY and independent institutions of higher education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill improves student mental health and mental health literacy in higher education institutions, enhancing student programs and well-being.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve student mental health and mental health literacy in higher education institutions by requiring adoption of related protocols and programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 2, 2026

A 10363: Relates to access to educational activities by public assistance recipients who are subject to work participation requirements

Relates to access to educational activities by public assistance recipients who are subject to work participation requirements; allows homework expected or required by an educational institution to count towards satisfaction of the work activity requirements for public assistance benefits for participants engaged in certain educational or training activities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allows homework to count toward work requirements for public assistance recipients, expanding educational access and removing barriers to participation in educational activities.90% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 12, 2026

K 1046: Commemorating the Alliance of New York State YMCAs 90th YMCA Youth and Government State Conference to be held in Albany, New York, on March 20-22, 2026

This bill is a commemorative resolution that recognizes the 90th YMCA Youth and Government State Conference scheduled to take place in Albany from March 20-22, 2026. The resolution honors the program's history, which began in New York in 1936, and acknowledges the participation of middle and high school students who engage in model government assemblies to learn about civic processes and policy issues. It formally pauses legislative proceedings to celebrate the event and directs a copy of the resolution to the YMCA's youth development director. The measure serves as an official acknowledgment of the conference's role in fostering student leadership and community involvement rather than creating new policies or funding.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill recognizes YMCA Youth and Government program that enhances student civic education through model government assemblies for middle and high school students75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 9397: Establishes an educator development workforce for the purpose of contracting with EDHUBNY, a nonprofit organization, for support of New York's child serving and educator workforce; appropriation

Establishes an educator development workforce for the purpose of contracting with EDHUBNY, a nonprofit organization, for support of New York's child serving and educator workforce; authorizes the workforce to contract with EDHUBNY including performance measures, reporting requirements, and fiscal controls; authorizes collaboration with other state agencies; provides for an appropriation of $50 million.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $50 million to fund educator workforce development and child serving programs, directly advancing state budget allocation for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $50M to establish educator development workforce and contract with nonprofit for supporting New York's educator workforce, directly strengthening education infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates $50M to support educator workforce development and child-serving workers through EDHUBNY, strengthening employment standards and workforce capacity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Teachers

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9454: Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Poughkeepsie

This bill authorizes the city of Poughkeepsie to implement a demonstration program using speed cameras in school zones to issue monetary penalties to vehicle owners when drivers exceed posted speed limits. The program would allow the city to install up to three photo speed violation monitoring systems at a time, operating during school hours and surrounding times, with strict requirements for equipment calibration, operator training, and privacy protections. Key provisions include annual independent calibration checks, requirements that cameras avoid identifying drivers or passengers when possible, and restrictions on how recorded images can be used, shared, or accessed by the public. The authorization for this demonstration program would expire on December 31, 2030, if not renewed.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances school safety through speed cameras in school zones, protecting students and improving educational environment75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety through speed camera enforcement in school zones, protecting pedestrians and improving road safety standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 9465: Includes a component on water safety in kindergarten through twelfth grade

This bill requires New York State's education regents to include water safety instruction in the curriculum for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. The law mandates that the instruction cover identifying drowning risks, understanding safe behaviors for both children and adults, and learning how to respond to water-related emergencies. The regents will decide how to integrate this component into existing courses, with options including interactive assemblies, presentations, or classroom activities. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates water safety instruction in K-12 curriculum, enhancing student safety education and expanding educational programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 10, 2026

K 1025: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 09-13, 2026, as Civic Learning Week in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to designate March 9-13, 2026, as Civic Learning Week in New York State. The resolution highlights the importance of youth civic engagement and encourages students to participate in community and political activities. It does not create new laws or programs but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about civic education. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor and DemocracyReady NY, an organization focused on civic education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes civic education awareness and encourages youth participation in community activities, aligning with educational goals75% confidence

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