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NY A04226

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/31/2025

Primary Sponsor

Josh Jensen

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires school libraries to provide physical access to books, technological equipment, media, and other tangible documents

  • Mandates digital access to resources including e-books, databases, software, and media

  • Requires equitable, flexible access to library space and staff for all school students, staff, and faculty

  • Establishes that school libraries must receive per-student budget allocations to maintain relevant resources and services

  • Requires school districts to annually evaluate their library programs using a rubric created by the Department of Education

Legislative Description

Requires elementary and secondary school libraries provide equitable access to physical and digital media.

Last Action

referred to education

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/31/2025

Full Bill Text

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