A 6384 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to the number and duties of assistant principals to be assigned to school districts in the city of New York

This bill requires every New York City public school to have at least one certified assistant principal. It specifies that assistant principals must oversee school safety and operations when the principal is absent and may be required to attend training to address educational needs or improve school performance. The law directly affects NYC schools, administrators, and staff by establishing minimum staffing standards for school safety and management. The bill aims to ensure consistent supervision and support across all schools in the city school district.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 4, 2025 Last action Mar 26, 2026
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A6384 A6384A · 4 edits
MODERATE
The bill expanded its application from only New York City schools to all school districts within the city, ensuring broader coverage. It also strengthened requirements by mandating that assistant principals maintain certifications and clarifying their duties regarding school safety and staff training.
Scope change
Expanded applicability from the City School District of the City of New York to all school districts in the city.
SCOPE

Changed the bill's title and text to apply to assistant principals in all school districts in New York City, rather than just the specific City School District.

REQUIREMENT

Added a requirement that assistant principals must maintain all appropriate certifications as required by regulation.

Added a specific provision requiring that each school appoint a minimum of one full-time assistant principal.

TECHNICAL

Updated the legislative history to reflect that the bill was amended, reprinted, and recommitted to the Education Committee.

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Total actions
4
Key actions
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Committee
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Amendments
2
Mar 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 6384A
lower
Mar 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO EDUCATION
lower
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
lower
Mar 4, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors

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