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NY S08442
Bill
Status
7/14/2010
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
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Creates an 18-member statewide commission on education in the twenty-first century with additional regional members appointed by the governor, legislative leaders, and board of regents to examine school district systems and recommend changes
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Establishes six regional advisory committees covering Long Island, New York City, Hudson Valley, Eastern, Central, and Western regions that shall develop recommendations for reconfiguring school districts and administrative functions by November 15, 2011
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Requires the commission to submit recommendations to the governor and legislature by December 1, 2011 regarding school district reconfigurations, administrative service transfers to boards of cooperative educational services, and specific cost-saving measures
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Authorizes the commissioner of education to implement the commission's recommendations if approved by the governor by December 5, 2011 and not rejected by concurrent resolution of both legislative houses by December 31, 2011
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Commission expires and is repealed June 30, 2013
Legislative Description
Establishes the commission on education in the twenty-first century which shall examine the system of school districts and the delivery of education related services in the state and shall recommend changes to that system.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
7/14/2010