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NY A00214

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

William Magnarelli

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Education Law section 905 to specify authorized devices and methods for mandatory vision screening examinations in public schools
  • Authorizes the Commissioner of Education to regulate which examination devices and testing methods schools may use for vision screenings
  • Explicitly permits use of the Snellen Eye Test Chart and automated vision screening devices for student testing
  • Maintains existing requirement that students be tested for color perception, distance acuity, and near vision within six months of school enrollment
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires vision screening in public schools using examination devices and testing methods as may be authorized in the regulations of the commissioner of education, including but not limited to, the Snellen Eye Test Chart and automated vision screening devices.

Last Action

referred to education

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/8/2025

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