NY S02208

Amends education law to require State University and City University of New York institutions to excuse students absent due to religious beliefs from classes, examinations, and work requirements without penalty or fee.

Prohibits expulsion or admission refusal based on a student's inability to attend classes or register due to religious beliefs.

Requires institutions to provide equivalent makeup opportunities for missed classes, exams, and registration, with no additional fees charged to students.

Mandates institutions make similar or makeup classes available on alternative days when activities are scheduled after 4:00 p.m. Friday or on Saturday, where practicable.

Explicitly includes the Asian Lunar New Year as a recognized cultural observance entitled to the same accommodations as religious holidays, and establishes student right to sue in supreme court for non-compliance by institutional officials.