Education (Higher Education)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4302: Prohibits the state university of New York and the city university of New York from permitting any persons to solicit persons to become holders of credit cards unless credit education courses are provided

Prohibits the state university of New York and the city university of New York from permitting any persons to solicit persons to become holders of credit cards unless credit education courses are provided.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates credit education courses at SUNY/CUNY for credit card solicitations, enhancing financial literacy curriculum in higher education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1024: Provides that certain persons who are not residents of the state but who have resided in the state for a certain period of time shall be eligible for in-state tuition rates

Provides that certain persons who are not residents of the state but who have resided in the state for a certain period of time and meet certain criteria shall be eligible for in-state tuition rates.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands higher education access by enabling eligible non-residents to pay in-state tuition, reducing financial barriers to college enrollment for qualifying students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4679: Grants volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians academic credit at SUNY and CUNY

Grants volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians academic credit at state operated institutions of the state university of New York and the senior colleges of the city university of New York to the extent of three academic credits per year, and 6 credits in the aggregate; provides that no fee, tuition or other charge shall be assessed against a volunteer firefighter or emergency medical technician who qualifies for such credit; directs the board of trustees of the state university and the city university of New York to adopt necessary procedures.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationGrants academic credit access to emergency personnel at SUNY/CUNY, expanding higher education access without cost for a specific group.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5863: Relates to providing free SUNY, CUNY, and community college tuition to active volunteer firefighters, volunteer emergency medical services providers, and volunteer auxiliary police officers

Establishes a statewide program to provide free SUNY, CUNY, and community college tuition to active volunteer firefighters, volunteer emergency medical services providers, and volunteer auxiliary police officers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides free tuition funding for higher education access, directly supporting educational opportunity for specific public service volunteers through state college programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds education for emergency medical services providers (EMTs), strengthening healthcare workforce development and access to emergency care services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4135: Provides for the establishment of life long learning centers within the state university to provide courses to persons 40 or older seeking to explore life options

Provides for the establishment of life long learning centers within the state university of New York to provide courses in community colleges and colleges and universities in the state university system for persons 40 years old or older who are seeking to explore life options, remain civically engaged, continue their education and acquire skills for or begin to plan for a second career.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes lifelong learning centers within SUNY to expand higher education access for adults 40+, enhancing educational opportunities for non-traditional students.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6507: Establishes a service learning, internship or independent study program for students interested in working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Establishes a service learning, internship or independent study program for students interested in working with individuals with developmental disabilities; mandates such program shall consist of a work component with verifiable activities related to individuals with developmental disabilities as determined by the state university trustees, and an academic component related to such activity that will be completed through either a written report or journal, or other written assignment as determined by the state university trustees.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes new educational program with work/academic components for students, advancing educational access and specialized learning opportunities in higher education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5701: Directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to provide discounted monthly passes to college, graduate and career education students for the purpose of commuting to and from classes

Directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to provide discounted monthly passes to college, graduate and career education students for the purpose of commuting to and from classes.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides discounted transit passes for higher education students, reducing commuting costs and improving educational access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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vetoed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 4685: Provides for the inclusion of a faculty or staff member on the board of trustees of community colleges

Provides for the inclusion of a faculty or staff member on the board of trustees of community colleges elected by and from among the faculty and staff of the college.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAdds faculty/staff representation to community college boards, enhancing educator input in governance and aligning with support for institutional decision-making affecting education quality.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5106: Requires certain SUNY and CUNY schools to establish substance use recovery housing programs

Requires SUNY and CUNY schools with at least twenty-five percent of its undergraduate students living on campus to establish substance use recovery housing programs which shall include on-site counseling, mentoring, and peer support.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires substance use recovery housing with counseling/peer support, promoting rehabilitation to reduce recidivism - core criminal justice reform element.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates recovery housing with counseling at SUNY/CUNY, supporting student well-being and access to higher education through expanded support services.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates substance use recovery housing with on-site counseling/peer support, directly expanding mental health services access for students at SUNY/CUNY schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Substance Abuse

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signed · New York · Senate Jun 26, 2025

S 8383: Relates to terms and conditions of employment for members of certain collective negotiating units; appropriates funds

Provides for the adjustment of stipends of certain incumbents in the state university of New York and designating moneys therefor; continues a doctoral program recruitment and retention enhancement fund; continues work-life services and pre-tax programs; continues a professional development committee; continues a comprehensive college graduate program recruitment and retention fund; continues a fee mitigation fund; continues a downstate location fund; continues a joint labor management advisory board; continues an accidental death benefit; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill continues multiple state university funding streams (doctoral programs, graduate retention, work-life services) through budget appropriations, directly supporting fiscal allocation for public education programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill continues multiple SUNY funding streams including doctoral recruitment, graduate programs, and professional development, explicitly appropriating funds to support higher education employment and programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Higher Education