NY S08192

Requires the State University Board of Trustees to adopt rules mandating that all applications for admission to state-operated institutions include a question asking whether the applicant has been convicted of a violent felony offense.

Defines violent felony offenses as those listed in subdivision one of section 70.02 of the New York Penal Law, or equivalent offenses in other U.S. jurisdictions with the same essential elements.

Requires applicants who have been convicted of a violent felony to identify the specific offense(s), the date(s) of conviction, and the court(s) where the conviction(s) were rendered.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.