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NY A04354
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Hyndman
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AI Summary
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Authorizes New York institutions of higher education to adopt policies using innovative pricing techniques and payment options for textbooks and course materials in accordance with federal regulations (34 CFR 668.164(c)(2))
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Permits bulk pricing arrangements for materials delivered digitally, through required course technology, or in print format
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Requires all innovative pricing programs to include an opt-out provision allowing students to decline participation
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Mandates that pricing options may only be adopted with documented evidence that materials would be available to students at below competitive market rates
Legislative Description
Reduces the cost of textbooks and course materials for students of institutions of higher education by requiring every institution of higher education to adopt policies that allow the use of innovative pricing techniques and payment options for textbooks, supplemental materials, and other course materials or textbooks.
Last Action
referred to higher education
1/7/2026