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NY S00841
Bill
Status
6/15/2016
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Robach
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the Commissioner of Education from requiring home-schooled or non-public school graduates to obtain or submit a General Education Development (GED) certificate or accredited diploma for college admission.
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Requires home-schooled and non-public school applicants to present a notarized transcript demonstrating completion of high school education, which must be accepted on equal basis with all other applicants.
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Guarantees that home-schooled and non-public school graduates who fulfill post-secondary degree or program requirements cannot be denied their earned degree or diploma.
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Applies to undergraduate admissions at institutions of higher education recognized and approved by the Regents or University of the State of New York.
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Takes effect September 1 following enactment and applies to terms or semesters beginning on or after that date.
Legislative Description
Relates to admission to institutions of higher education for pupils receiving home instruction; prohibits the commissioner from requiring pupils who have completed the requirements of a home school education or a non-public school program to obtain or submit proof of having obtained a general education development certificate or any accredited diploma.
Last Action
referred to higher education
6/15/2016