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NY A04340
Bill
Status
2/14/2023
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Hyndman
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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 and course materials in accordance with federal regulations (34 CFR 668.164(c)(2)).
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Permits bulk pricing arrangements for textbooks and instructional materials delivered digitally, through required course technology, or in print format.
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Requires any innovative pricing policies to include an opt-out provision allowing students to decline participation.
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Mandates that institutions only adopt such pricing options with documented evidence demonstrating the textbooks or materials would be available to students 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
referred to higher education
1/3/2024