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passed · New York · Assembly Apr 27, 2026

K 1201: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 24-30, 2026, as Student Leadership Week in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare April 24-30, 2026, as Student Leadership Week in New York. The resolution recognizes the importance of student leaders in schools and communities and aligns the state with the national Student Leadership Week celebration. It does not change laws or create new programs but serves as a formal acknowledgment of student contributions. The bill is directed at the governor and affects students, schools, and community organizations by encouraging recognition of their leadership efforts.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes student leadership and recognizes student contributions, aligning with enhancing student programs.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 28, 2026

A 11157: Establishes representative requirements for district leadership teams and school leadership teams

This bill requires district and school leadership teams in New York City to include student representatives as members. High school students will be appointed to district teams by the community superintendent, while other students will be appointed to individual school teams by the team's chairperson or co-chairperson. The changes take effect ninety days after the law is passed, allowing time for necessary administrative rules to be updated.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands student involvement in school governance, enhancing educational access and student programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 28, 2026

J 1965: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as School Library Month in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate April 2026 as School Library Month in New York. The resolution highlights the importance of school libraries and certified librarians in supporting student learning and development. It does not change any laws or create new programs, but instead serves as a formal acknowledgment of the value of school library programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill designates April 2026 as School Library Month to highlight the importance of libraries and librarians in student learning, signaling strong support for educational infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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passed · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

J 1999: Commending Fatemeh Sima Amiri upon the occasion of winning the inaugural New York State of Poetry prize

This Senate Resolution formally commends Fatemeh Sima Amiri, a 10th-grade student from Shaker High School in Albany, for winning the inaugural New York State of Poetry prize. The bill recognizes her achievement in a program designed to engage high school students across New York in reading and writing poetry through the New York State Council on the Arts and the Teachers and Writers Collaborative. As a procedural measure, the resolution does not alter laws or budgets but instead honors Amiri and directs that a copy of the document be sent to her.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors a student for winning a poetry prize, directly supporting student engagement and educational programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 14, 2026

A 10968: Requires training of teachers in dyslexia identification

This bill mandates that teachers of kindergarten through fifth grade complete specific training on identifying dyslexia to obtain or renew their certification. The required training must be provided by the Center for Dyslexia and Dysgraphia, which will set standards for the curriculum, duration, and provider qualifications. Once enacted, the commissioner of education will issue regulations to enforce these new requirements, with the law taking effect the following July.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates teacher training in dyslexia identification, enhancing educational access and student support programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9696: Requires compliance with the uniform land use review procedure for the disposition of school property in New York city

This bill requires New York City to follow a specific land use review process before selling, leasing, or otherwise disposing of school property. It directly affects the city's Board of Education and officials responsible for managing school sites by mandating compliance with existing city charter rules for any such transactions. The legislation also clarifies that these land use requirements must be met even when transferring school land to developers for mixed-use projects, while ensuring that community involvement rules for school changes remain intact. By updating the Education Law, the bill ensures that no school property is transferred without first undergoing the standard uniform land use review procedure.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates compliance with land use review for school property, protecting school infrastructure and ensuring proper management of educational assets.85% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 21, 2026

J 1831: Commending Abby Podwall and Keshin Huang, co-founders of SPARKS, for their dedicated service to elementary students in their community

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Abby Podwall and Keshin Huang for their work founding SPARKS, a non-profit program designed to support elementary students in the Great Neck area. The resolution recognizes the founders and their volunteers for organizing over 40 hands-on STEM projects that teach science, technology, engineering, and math skills to underserved children. By adopting this measure, the legislative body publicly acknowledges the impact of the students' efforts to foster curiosity and academic growth within the local community. The final action of the bill is to send a copy of the resolution to the two high school founders as an official recognition of their service.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill commends founders of a non-profit providing STEM education to underserved children, recognizing efforts to expand educational access and student programs.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill commends founders of SPARKS for organizing STEM projects teaching technology skills to underserved children, promoting digital equity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 27, 2026

A 11148: Creates a commission to evaluate the need for community colleges to participate in the educational opportunity program

This bill establishes a temporary commission to study whether twelve specific SUNY community colleges should join the Educational Opportunity Program, which currently offers financial and academic help to disadvantaged students. The commission will be made up of thirteen unpaid experts appointed by state leaders to investigate the need for these colleges to participate and to consider changes in rules for students transferring to four-year schools. After conducting its review, the group must submit a report with findings and recommendations to state officials within one year. The law will become active in about three months and will automatically end two years after that date.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a commission to evaluate expanding the Educational Opportunity Program to community colleges, aiming to increase access for disadvantaged students.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 6, 2026

S 9780: Provides for absence from school for the mental or behavioral health of the minor

This bill amends the Education Law to allow students to be absent from school specifically for reasons related to their mental or behavioral health. It requires the state education commissioner to create specific rules outlining how schools should handle these absences and ensures that private or home-based schooling arrangements also permit such time off. The legislation applies to all minors required to attend school, giving them a recognized reason to miss class without violating attendance mandates.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing mental health-related absences, protecting student well-being and reducing stigma.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly allows school absences for mental or behavioral health, protecting access to necessary healthcare services and reducing stigma.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 24, 2026

J 1974: Commending Mercy University upon the occasion of hosting its 45th Annual Trustees' Scholarship Gala on April 30, 2026

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Mercy University for hosting its 45th Annual Trustees' Scholarship Gala on April 30, 2026. The resolution recognizes the university's long-standing commitment to providing affordable higher education and its role as a major Hispanic-Serving Institution in New York State. It does not create any new laws or change policies but serves as an official tribute from the state legislature to honor the university's contributions to educational access and student success.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill commends a university for hosting a scholarship gala and recognizes its commitment to affordable higher education and access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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