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NY A00214
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
William Magnarelli
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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
Full Bill Text
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