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NY S03661
Bill
Status
5/30/2019
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Gounardes
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AI Summary
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Authorizes New York institutions of higher education to adopt policies allowing innovative pricing techniques and payment options for textbooks, supplemental materials, and course materials in accordance with federal regulations (34 CFR 668.164(c)(2))
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Permits bulk pricing arrangements enabling students to purchase textbooks or instructional materials delivered digitally, through required course technology, or in print format
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Requires any adopted pricing techniques or payment options to include an opt-out provision allowing students to decline participation
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Mandates that innovative pricing options be adopted only with documented evidence demonstrating the textbooks or materials would be available to students at below competitive market rates
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Reduces the cost of textbooks and course materials for students of institutions of higher education by requiring every institution of higher education to adopt policies that allow the use of innovative pricing techniques and payment options for textbooks, supplemental materials, and other course materials or textbooks.
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES
12/28/2020