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NY A04800
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Dinowitz
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AI Summary
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Establishes "Tuition-Free NY" allowing students eligible for resident tuition rates to attend SUNY, CUNY, and community colleges without paying tuition or fees for one undergraduate degree
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Requires participating students to sign a contract agreeing to reside in New York state for five years after completing their degree program
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Students must complete their degree within a timeframe set by trustees (3-5 years for four-year schools, 1-3 years for community colleges)
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Failure to meet residency requirements converts the tuition benefit into a student loan with interest, though exceptions exist for active duty military maintaining NY legal residence and for those pursuing graduate degrees out-of-state who return within one year
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Program phases in over two years, initially applying only to community colleges before expanding to all SUNY and CUNY institutions, and requires students to first apply for Tuition Assistance Program funding before receiving benefits
Legislative Description
Makes tuition free for New York state residents at SUNY and CUNY schools and community colleges; requires state residency and employment for a period of five years after completion of academic program.
Last Action
referred to higher education
1/7/2026