Education

in committee · New York · Assembly May 14, 2026

A 3950: Relates to the submission of requests to the committee on special education for the educational services mandated by an individualized education services program

Requires the school district of location shall annually provide written notice to all parents or persons in parental relation to students with disabilities attending nonpublic schools within their district regarding the process for requesting special education services; relates to the denial of services in a city having a population of one million or more for the 2024--2025 school year.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires school districts to provide written notice to parents about special education service requests, enhancing access to mandated services for students with disabilities.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 492: Establishes the statewide childcare workforce living wage fund; appropriation

This bill establishes a $1.2 billion permanent fund to improve wages and benefits for New York's childcare workforce. It directly affects licensed childcare providers that accept families using the state's Child Care Assistance Program, requiring them to use at least 75% of funds for direct caregivers (like teachers), 10% for administrators, and the rest for program quality or expansion. The fund mandates that providers meet a new minimum compensation scale (developed with worker input) aiming to align childcare wages with public school educators. The Office of Children and Family Services will distribute funds based on factors like serving high-need children, underserved communities, and enrollment, with annual reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes $1.2B permanent fund for childcare wages, mandating direct funding for caregivers and program quality, advancing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds childcare workforce wages (75% for direct caregivers), directly supporting early education educators and improving access to quality childcare services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes $1.2B fund for childcare worker living wage, mandates 75% for direct caregivers, develops compensation scale with worker input to improve wages/benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Employment Discrimination Minimum Wage

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 991: Establishes a state university of New York pilot program to encourage individuals in college to enter the financial planning industry

Establishes a state university of New York career pilot program to encourage individuals in college to enter the financial planning industry; utilizes campus resources to encourage a well-rounded program and diverse student involvement.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates a state university pilot program to encourage college students into financial planning, enhancing higher education career pathways.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8827: Requires the school of a child who has their parent or guardian arrested or whose house has been visited by police be informed of such arrest or visit and the school establish procedures regarding such instances

Requires the school of a child who has their parent, guardian, or other person legally charged with the care or custody of such child arrested or whose house has been visited by police be informed of such arrest or visitation and the school establish procedures to best help such child.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates schools to establish procedures supporting children affected by parental legal incidents, aligning with student welfare and educational access under topic description.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5612: Establishes the volunteer firefighters of New York higher education learning plan

Establishes the volunteer firefighters of New York higher education learning plan; provides requirements for eligibility to receive awards under such plan; provides circumstances under which such award will be converted to a student loan.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes higher education financial awards for volunteer firefighters, expanding access to postsecondary education through targeted funding and eligibility requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1897: Relates to including the services and care of school psychologists under Medicaid

This bill expands Medicaid coverage to include services provided by school psychologists who are certified or authorized under New York's education law. It directly affects students in public schools, as it allows school psychologists to bill Medicaid for services that were previously not covered under the program. The key provision adds school psychologists to Medicaid's covered providers, specifying that this change does not alter their existing scope of practice defined by education law. The bill requires state agencies to implement necessary rule changes before its effective date, 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands Medicaid coverage to fund school psychology services, increasing government spending on essential mental health programs for students.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands Medicaid coverage for school psychologists' services, enabling schools to access additional funding for student mental health support without altering existing educational scope.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicaid coverage to include school psychologists' mental health services, improving student access to mental healthcare under public health insurance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Healthcare Workforce Medicaid Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 756: Relates to certain construction projects

Defines the term "construction projects" to mean the construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or improvement of any school building where a district receives any apportionment for debt service or building aid and the school building is sited within the Long Island region; provides that each contract involving the award of a construction project shall require the use of a project labor agreement for all contractors and subcontractors on such project.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires project labor agreements for school building construction/rehabilitation, improving physical infrastructure which aligns with education support indicators.85% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 18, 2026

A 7904: Authorizes school districts to establish reserve funds for special services or programs

Authorizes school districts to establish reserve funds for special services or programs upon approval by the board of education of such district in an amount not to exceed 10% of other reserve funds of the district.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes school districts to establish reserve funds for special educational programs, enabling flexible funding for additional services and initiatives within K-12 schools.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3735: Excludes certain graduate students from mandatory fees

This bill exempts certain graduate students from mandatory university fees starting January 1, 2027. It directly affects graduate students working as teaching assistants, research assistants, or similar roles (including adjunct instructors and lab technicians) who serve full-time or half-time appointments. The exemption covers all mandatory fees except the graduate student association's student activities fee. The law takes effect immediately upon passage, changing how these students pay fees related to their university enrollment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts graduate students (including teaching assistants) from mandatory fees, reducing financial burden and supporting higher education accessibility and participation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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signed · New York · Assembly Jul 24, 2025

A 785: Requires schools safety plans to include a cardiac emergency response plan

Requires schools safety plans to include a cardiac emergency response plan that addresses the use of appropriate personnel and measures to respond to incidents involving any individual experiencing sudden cardiac arrest or similar life-threatening emergency on any school site owned or operated by a school or at a location of a school sponsored event.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires cardiac emergency plans in school safety protocols, enhancing student safety and protecting school environments per education topic definition.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety