Relates to increasing the maximum years of study under the tuition assistance program
This bill increases the maximum number of academic years students can receive tuition assistance under New York's program from four to six years. It directly affects undergraduate students enrolled in eligible degree programs at New York institutions. Key provisions include raising the limit to six years for standard programs, seven years for programs normally requiring five years, and four years for two-year programs. The change applies to all students receiving aid after the bill's effective date, extending their eligibility period for tuition support.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
lower
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
lower
1 primary · 10 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Khaleel Anderson
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Al Taylor
DDemocratic
Co
Anna Kelles
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Catalina Cruz
DDemocratic
Co
David Weprin
DDemocratic
Co
Harvey Epstein
DDemocratic
Co
JG
Jessica González-Rojas
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Larinda Hooks
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Phara Souffrant Forrest
DDemocratic
Co
Rebecca Seawright
DDemocratic
Co
Sarahana Shrestha
DDemocratic/Working Families
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