S 5797 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to rental assistance for New York city charter school students; metered in funding

This bill (S 5797) requires New York City school districts to provide charter schools with space in public buildings or cover rental costs if they cannot secure such space. It directly affects NYC charter schools, particularly new schools or those expanding grade levels, by mandating city-funded rental assistance if they win co-location appeals. Key provisions include phased payments: existing schools receive 20% of eligible costs in 2025-26, increasing to 100% by 2029-30, while new schools receive up to 30% of tuition-based costs for rental space. The bill ensures charter schools can access affordable facilities without bearing relocation costs, with payments tied to enrollment and expansion timelines.
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Introduced Mar 3, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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