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NY A06636

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marianne Buttenschon

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Shifts the burden of proof in special education impartial hearings from school districts/state agencies to parents or persons in parental relationship
  • Parents must now carry both the burden of persuasion and burden of production when challenging special education committee recommendations
  • Removes the exception that previously placed the burden on parents only when seeking tuition reimbursement for unilateral private school placements
  • Amends Section 4404 of the Education Law governing appeal procedures for children with disabilities
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Relates to the burden of proof for appeal procedures for children with handicapping conditions; shifts the burden to the parent or person in parental relationship.

Last Action

referred to education

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Education3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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