Education (Curriculum)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9157: Requires curriculum or instruction in Italian history and civic impact

This bill requires all public school districts in the state to include age-appropriate curriculum on Italian history and civic impact in their social studies or history courses. The curriculum must cover Italian immigration to the U.S., the Italian community's historical experiences (including challenges), and their contributions to American government, arts, science, and society. School boards must provide teachers with training and materials to deliver this instruction, which can be integrated into existing courses. The mandate takes effect July 1, 2026, after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates inclusion of Italian history curriculum in K-12 social studies, expanding educational content and cultural awareness per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5724: Expands the health education curriculum to include breast cancer screenings

This bill, "Siena's Law," requires New York public schools to add age-appropriate instruction on breast cancer self-examinations to senior high school health education courses. It mandates that certified health teachers provide this content as part of the required curriculum, alongside other cancer prevention and detection methods. Local school boards may also choose to include similar instruction in elementary and middle schools. The law affects all public school students in New York, with specific requirements beginning in high school. It takes effect July 1, 2025, after enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates expansion of health curriculum to include breast cancer screenings, enhancing required educational content for students in public schools.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates breast cancer screening education in schools to promote early detection and prevention, advancing public health initiatives through preventive health education.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5260: Requires cardiopulmonary resuscitation instruction as a part of the health education curriculum in all senior high schools

This bill requires all senior high schools to include voluntary cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instruction as part of their health education curriculum. It mandates that instructors must hold valid CPR certification and that school authorities provide necessary facilities, time, and learning materials. The curriculum must meet or exceed standards set by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, ensuring quality instruction without prescribing lower-quality alternatives. The bill directly affects public and private senior high schools across the state and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates CPR instruction in health curriculum, enhancing student safety skills and meeting quality standards without reducing resources.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates CPR training in high school health curricula as public health education, strengthening preventive healthcare access and aligning with American Heart Association standards.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7892: Relates to directing the commissioner of education to make recommendations to the board of regents regarding the incorporation of instruction in artificial intelligence system literacy into the school curriculum

Directs the commissioner of education to make recommendations to the board of regents regarding the incorporation of instruction in artificial intelligence system literacy into the school curriculum at the elementary, junior high and senior high levels; directs the board of regents to adopt guidelines if the curriculum is adopted.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates AI literacy curriculum integration, enhancing educational content and skills development for students across all K-12 levels.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs the incorporation of artificial intelligence system literacy into school curriculum, advancing understanding of technology.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5052: Requires high schools to provide a course in financial literacy and requires students to complete such course as a condition of graduation

Requires high schools in grades nine through twelve to provide a course in financial literacy; requires students to complete such course as a condition of graduation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates financial literacy curriculum as graduation requirement, enhancing student financial education standards and curriculum content.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3794: Requires schools to accept credits for educational programs at OCFS facilities as transfer credits

This bill (S 3794) requires all New York schools to accept credits earned in educational programs operated by the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) as valid transfer credits. It directly affects students enrolled in OCFS-run programs and the schools they attend or transfer to. The law mandates that schools must accept these credits regardless of other rules, ensuring coursework completed at OCFS facilities counts toward graduation requirements. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates schools to accept OCFS program credits as transfer credits, removing barriers to educational continuity and expanding access for students in OCFS facilities.92% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6215: Relates to hunting, fishing and outdoor education in high school physical education courses

This bill requires public high schools to offer hunting, fishing, and outdoor education as a component of physical education courses upon request by 10 or more enrolled students. It mandates that schools provide curriculum covering hunting/fishing seasons, allowable species, license requirements, recreational opportunities, and historical context of these activities. The curriculum must be developed jointly by the education and environmental conservation departments and align with existing licensing course content. This policy directly affects high school students and physical education programs in New York State, adding structured outdoor skills education to existing PE offerings.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates new curriculum component in high school PE, enhancing student programs per education topic indicators without restricting or defunding.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 96: Relates to instruction in financial management

This bill requires all New York school districts to provide financial management instruction to students in grades four through eight. It mandates curriculum covering practical topics like budgeting, saving, credit, debt, and insurance to build personal financial responsibility skills. The state education commissioner must establish program regulations, develop age-appropriate model materials, and offer technical assistance for curriculum design. The law takes effect July 1, 2025, with immediate rulemaking authorized for implementation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates financial literacy curriculum for grades 4-8, enhancing student financial education programs through state-regulated instruction on budgeting and debt management.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 6746: Provides for inclusive instruction and instructional materials

Requires school districts and charter schools to establish a task force to make recommendations on model curriculum or instruction on the political, economic, and social contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual people, in an appropriate place in the curriculum of middle school and high school students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates inclusion of LGBTQ+ contributions in K-12 curriculum, directly enhancing educational content diversity per topic description.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 94: Requires high schools to provide a course in financial literacy and requires students to complete such course as a condition of graduation

Requires high schools in grades nine through twelve to provide a course in financial literacy; requires students to complete such course as a condition of graduation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates financial literacy course as graduation requirement, advancing curriculum standards and student financial education95% confidence

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