Education

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6400: Requires the incorporation of structured, explicit, language and evidence-based approaches to literacy instruction for prospective teachers

Requires the commissioner of education to establish and enforce rules and regulations to incorporate at least a three credit course devoted to the instructional techniques necessary for effective literacy instruction which shall include delivering structured, systematic, explicit, evidence-based instruction aligned with the science of reading for prospective teachers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates evidence-based literacy training for teachers, strengthening curriculum standards and teacher preparation per science of reading research.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5310: Makes permanent the provisions of chapter 396 of the laws of 2012, amending the education law, relating to services to out-of-state school districts by boards of cooperative educational services

Bill A 5310 makes permanent a 2012 law (amended in 2024) that allows New York boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES) to provide educational services to school districts outside New York State. It removes a scheduled expiration date (July 1, 2029) that previously limited this authority. This change directly affects BOCES providers and out-of-state school districts that currently rely on these cross-state educational partnerships. The law now remains in effect indefinitely without requiring future legislative renewal.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill removes expiration on BOCES services to out-of-state districts, expanding educational access beyond NY. Directly supports broader educational partnerships and access, aligning with 'support' indicators of expanding access.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 119: Requires teachers and library media specialists to complete professional development related to media literacy education

Requires teachers and library media specialists to complete professional development related to media literacy education; directs the department of education to develop model media literacy education and CTLE requirements related to media literacy education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates media literacy professional development for educators, directly enhancing teacher capabilities and curriculum quality in education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 246: Establishes an advanced coursework and examination access program

Establishes an advanced coursework and examination access program to reimburse exam fees associated with the administration of an advanced coursework exam; defines terms; requires authorized schools to inform students and parents of all advanced coursework programs offered, their cost-free status, and the potential benefits of their successful completion as it relates to college credit and other academic opportunities; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationReimburses exam fees for advanced coursework, mandates cost-free program disclosure, and promotes college credit access - directly expanding educational opportunity and access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 17, 2025

S 7477: Requires all school districts to screen all students for dyslexia and dysgraphia

Requires all school districts to screen all students for dyslexia and dysgraphia; requires school districts to provide notice of such screening to each student and to the parent or guardian of each student; allows parents and guardians to opt out.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates early screening for dyslexia/dysgraphia in K-12, enabling timely educational support for students with learning disabilities, directly advancing student access and support.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7767: Relates to providing medically accurate instruction regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)

Relates to providing medically accurate instruction regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) in all elementary and secondary schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates medically accurate HIV/AIDS curriculum in K-12 schools, enhancing health education standards and aligning with educational content requirements.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7489: Provides for temporary exemptions to educational institutions from certain requirements related to the multi-occupancy bathrooms and locker rooms; and authorizes funding for related improvements

Provides for temporary exemptions to educational institutions from certain requirements related to the use of multi-occupancy bathrooms and locker rooms; authorizes the use of state building aid for related facility improvements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes state building aid for school facility improvements related to bathroom/locker room requirements, directly funding infrastructure upgrades in educational institutions.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1760: Establishes a grant program for the installation of laundry equipment and facilities in certain schools

Establishes a grant program for public K-12 schools which are eligible for support provided under Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, for the purposes of installing laundry equipment for facilities for use by students and parents or guardians of students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for laundry facilities in Title I schools, improving school infrastructure and student access to hygiene resources, aligning with educational access and facility support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Funding

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1731: Requires public schools in N.Y. city to offer food options

Requires public schools in any city with a population over one million that have students practicing a religious faith with specific dietary restrictions to offer food options which meet such dietary restrictions upon the students' request.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates school food accommodations for religious dietary needs, enhancing student access and inclusivity in K-12 settings per bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 650: Relates to amending the universal full-day pre-kindergarten program subscription amount for regions other than New York city; repealer

This bill changes how New York state funds pre-kindergarten programs outside New York City. It repeals a previous funding formula and sets a fixed $300 million annual budget for New York City programs, while requiring that all non-NYC regions receive funding sufficient to cover every qualifying program's slots. The department must use a merit-based scoring system to allocate funds, prioritizing community need and program quality, with payments tied to actual enrolled students. This directly affects public pre-K programs in all upstate regions by guaranteeing full funding for qualified providers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state budget to fund pre-K programs via fixed $300M NYC funding and ensures non-NYC coverage, prioritizing community need through merit-based allocation.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnsures sufficient funding for all non-NYC pre-K programs via merit-based allocation, prioritizing community need and program quality, directly advancing early education access and funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood K-12 Education School Funding

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