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NY S06980
Bill
Status
6/8/2023
Primary Sponsor
Shelley Mayer
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AI Summary
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Department of Education must develop model notice content by July 1, 2024 in English and common non-English languages covering New York's child access prevention laws (Penal Law §265.45 and §265.50) and firearm safe storage requirements.
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Model content must include a designated section for county- and local-specific firearm laws and regulations, with the department tailoring materials for each county based on submissions.
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All school districts must distribute the notice to parents, guardians, and persons in parental relation to students at the beginning of the first semester/quarter starting July 1, 2024, and within one week for students enrolling later.
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School districts must maintain the model content on their websites or social media presences and update it annually as necessary beginning July 1, 2024.
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Local schools, school districts, and the Department of Education are granted civil immunity from damages related to notices provided using the department's model content.
Legislative Description
Requires the dissemination of written materials regarding child access prevention and the safe storage of firearms to students and/or persons in a parental relationship to such students at the beginning of each semester or quarter of the regular school year beginning on and after July 1, 2024.
Last Action
referred to education
4/2/2024