Education

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1974: Relates to establishing an early intervention loan repayment program

Relates to establishing an early intervention loan repayment program; provides funding is to be awarded regionally with 50% percent awarded to providers with a principal residence within NYC and the remaining fifty percent awarded to providers outside of NYC; provides that awards shall be given to providers who work in underserved areas for 3 consecutive years; provides loans shall be paid over a 3 year period; provides that a working group shall be established within 90 days to develop plans for the streamlined loan repayment program application process.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates loan repayment for providers in underserved areas, promoting educational access and supporting educators in high-need regions through regional funding allocation.85% confidence

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signed · New York · Assembly Nov 21, 2025

A 7385: Relates to the Rochester school facilities modernization program act

Authorizes an additional $125 million for Phase 3 of the Rochester school facilities modernization program; extends phase 3 of the Rochester school facilities modernization program to 2033.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes $125M for school facility modernization, directly funding K-12 infrastructure improvements per bill summary.95% confidence

signed · New York · Senate Nov 21, 2025

S 5929: Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain state land to the Syosset central school district

Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain state land to the Syosset Central School District for the purpose of building new and expanding current facilities at Berry Hill Elementary School; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes land transfer for school facility expansion, directly improving infrastructure which supports educational access and quality per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 17, 2025

A 3999: Establishes the mechanical insulation energy savings program

Establishes the mechanical insulation energy savings program to provide grants for qualified mechanical insulation expenditures to school districts, public hospitals, public housing buildings, and political subdivisions that have completed a qualified audit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides grants for energy efficiency in public facilities, increasing government spending on essential services like schools and hospitals.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants to school districts for mechanical insulation energy savings, improving school infrastructure and operational efficiency.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates grants for mechanical insulation to improve energy efficiency in public buildings, directly advancing energy savings goals through funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProvides grants for energy-saving mechanical insulation, reducing building energy consumption and associated emissions through conservation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8290: Relates to establishing an early intervention loan repayment program

Relates to establishing an early intervention loan repayment program; provides funding is to be awarded regionally with 50% percent awarded to providers with a principal residence within NYC and the remaining fifty percent awarded to providers outside of NYC; provides that awards shall be given to providers who work in underserved areas for 3 consecutive years; provides loans shall be paid over a 3 year period; provides that a working group shall be established within 90 days to develop plans for the streamlined loan repayment program application process.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides loan repayment for providers in underserved areas to retain educators, directly supporting teacher workforce stability and access in education95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 6619: Amends section 4 of part C of chapter 57 of the laws of 2024, amending the education law relating to removing the exemption for school psychologists to render early intervention service, in relation to the effect

Amends provisions relating to removing the exemption for school psychologists to render early intervention services, in relation to the effectiveness thereof.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRemoves exemption allowing school psychologists to provide early intervention services, expanding student support within educational settings.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7217: Exempts school buses from central business district tolls

This bill exempts school buses from tolls in central business districts. It directly affects school buses defined under vehicle and traffic law, requiring operators to apply for the exemption through the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority with necessary documentation. The exemption applies immediately upon enactment, removing toll charges for qualifying school buses operating in designated central business areas. The bill does not change toll rates or create new fees, only eliminating existing toll obligations for this specific vehicle type.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts school buses from tolls, reducing operational costs for school districts and indirectly supporting educational funding without direct allocation.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExempts school buses from tolls, reducing operational costs for public transportation infrastructure and supporting school mobility without altering toll rates or creating new fees.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Bridges

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signed · New York · Senate Nov 21, 2025

S 7486: Qualifies the permitted use of proceeds from the lease of lands located at the state university of New York at Purchase

Qualifies the permitted use of proceeds from the lease of lands located at the state university of New York at Purchase shall go to New York state resident students who are eligible to receive a federal Pell grant.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirects lease proceeds to NY state Pell-eligible students, increasing financial aid access for higher education through targeted funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 7, 2025

A 7442: Extends certain provisions of law relating to publishers or manufacturers providing printed instructional materials for college students with disabilities

Extends certain provisions of law relating to publishers or manufacturers providing printed instructional materials for college students with disabilities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExtends access to printed materials for college students with disabilities, directly enhancing educational access in higher education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3492: Increases the penalties for overtaking and passing a school bus

Increases the penalties for overtaking and passing a school bus; provides that for the first conviction a person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $350 nor more than $500; provides that for a second conviction a person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $800; also provides that for a third conviction a person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $800 nor more than $1000.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for school bus passing violations through higher fines, aligning with stricter sentencing policies rather than criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases penalties for unsafe school bus passing, directly protecting K-12 students during transportation - a core safety measure under education policy.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for unsafe school bus passing, directly enhancing road safety standards within transportation infrastructure policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Driver Licensing Public Transit Traffic Safety

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