This bill updates a previous resolution to reappropriate state funds for the 2026 fiscal year to support school districts, public libraries, colleges, and arts organizations. It allows these funds to be distributed according to a specific plan that lists each recipient and their share, which must be approved by the Senate president and the budget director. The plan must then be ratified by a majority vote of the entire Senate before the money can be spent. Additionally, the bill permits transferring these funds between relevant agencies like the State Education Department and the City University of New York as needed.
This bill allows the New York Dormitory Authority to provide financing for the construction of a school building for Yeshiva Ohr Yoseph. The legislation specifically authorizes funding for the acquisition and equipping of a facility located at 1128 36th Street in Brooklyn, New York. It designates Yeshiva Ohr Yoseph as an eligible recipient, noting that the organization is a private, accredited, non-profit school exempt from federal income taxes. By amending the Public Authorities Law, the bill enables the school to secure the necessary capital to build its new campus.
Extends the deadline for reduction in class size under contracts for excellence in a city school district in a city having a population of one million or more inhabitants.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation for its 25 years of work in arts education and community development. It specifically commemorates the organization's upcoming 2nd Annual Dreams in Action Gala, which will be held on May 12, 2026, at the Brooklyn Children's Museum. The resolution expresses official gratitude for the foundation's contributions to youth empowerment and the preservation of African diaspora culture, and it directs that copies of the document be sent to the foundation's leadership.
Requires all secondary high schools to include the legal and social consequences of disseminating sexually explicit messages, imagery or video and cyberbullying in interpersonal violence prevention education in health classes.
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize February 2-6, 2026, as SkillsUSA Week. The resolution honors the organization that helps students develop technical skills, leadership abilities, and career readiness through career and technical education. It highlights the importance of these programs in addressing workforce needs and preparing young people for future jobs. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the group's role in the state's economy.
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 27, 2026, as Teaching Assistants' Day in New York. The resolution honors teaching assistants for their important role in supporting students and classrooms, aligning the state observance with the national day held on the same date. It does not change laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of the contributions made by these educators. The bill is directed at the governor, who would issue the proclamation to mark the occasion.
This bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize November 8, 2026, as STEAM Day in the state. The measure aims to highlight the importance of integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics in education and future careers. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to align with the national observance of the same date. The resolution is transmitted to the Governor for her formal proclamation.
This bill is a Senate resolution that asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize April 23, 2026, as Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day in New York. The resolution highlights the importance of the program, which encourages children to spend a day with parents or mentors to learn about different careers and the value of work. By adopting this resolution, the state legislature intends to support educational efforts that help youth explore future opportunities and develop a strong work ethic. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal proclamation to raise awareness of the event.
This bill mandates that public schools in New York incorporate eating disorder prevention into their health education curricula for students in grades six through twelve. The instruction must be tailored to the age and abilities of each grade level, aiming to help students develop a healthy self-image and live healthy lives. Schools are directed to design these lessons in consultation with existing eating disorder care centers, ensuring the content is integrated into existing nutrition programs. The changes take effect on September 1st of the year following the bill's enactment.
