A 8786 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Corrects language relating to indigenous libraries from Indian libraries

This bill updates legal terminology in New York's education law by replacing "Indian" with "indigenous" in references to tribal libraries. It specifically defines "indigenous library" as public libraries established by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Seneca Nations of Indians, or Tonawanda Seneca Tribe on their reservations, serving Indigenous community members there. The bill amends multiple sections of education law to consistently use "indigenous" instead of "Indian" in library-related definitions, funding provisions, and governance rules. These changes apply only to libraries operated by the three named tribes on their reservations, without altering library services or funding mechanisms.
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Introduced Jun 5, 2025 Last action May 18, 2026
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May 18, 2026
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REPORTED REFERRED TO RULES
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO LIBRARIES AND EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY
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Jun 5, 2025
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