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NY A03638
Bill
Status
1/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Tague
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AI Summary
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Requires the Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets, to establish curriculum on farming and agriculture for school districts
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Curriculum must cover horticulture, agricultural literacy, food production, food manufacturing, and agribusiness
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Mandates inclusion of age-appropriate hands-on instructional components demonstrating the value of New York's farming industry
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Schools may incorporate the materials into science curriculum or other subjects as deemed appropriate
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Takes effect July 1 following enactment, with immediate authorization for regulatory rule-making
Legislative Description
Provides for instruction in food and agriculture in schools using a curriculum established by the commissioner of education in consultation with the commissioner of agriculture and markets.
Last Action
referred to education
1/7/2026