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NY A04980

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

David DiPietro

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires all school staff to receive training in alternative defense skills as part of school safety plans
  • Authorizes training in the use of gel pepper spray, tasers, and other non-lethal forms of defense for school personnel
  • Amends existing school safety plan requirements in the education law by adding non-lethal defense training alongside existing strategies like conflict resolution and peer mediation programs
  • Takes effect July 1 following enactment

Legislative Description

Adds training of school personnel in non-lethal defense skills to requirements for school safety plans.

Last Action

referred to education

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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