Relates to affidavits of the lawful immigration status of certain students; repealer
This bill (S 5121) removes a requirement for certain students without lawful immigration status to submit an affidavit confirming they have applied to legalize their status or will do so when eligible. It directly affects undocumented students enrolled in New York State educational institutions. The bill repeals specific sections of the Education Law (including parts of Sections 6206, 661, 6301, and 6455) that previously mandated this affidavit. The change eliminates this administrative step for affected students without altering other tuition or fee policies.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 19, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
upper
Feb 19, 2025
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REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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