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NY A06896
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carrie Woerner
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AI Summary
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School districts using schools as polling places should schedule conference or professional development days on primary or election days when polls are open, where practicable
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When students are present during polling hours, districts must implement measures to prevent public access to school areas outside the designated polling location
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Amends Education Law section 414 regarding the use of school buildings for elections, voter registration, and political meetings
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Takes effect on the first of July following enactment
Legislative Description
Provides that where practicable, school districts in which schools are utilized as polling places shall schedule conference or professional development days on primary or election days when the polls are open to voters, and if students are present during hours when polls are open, school districts shall take measures to ensure that the general public shall not access other areas of the school outside of the polling place.
Last Action
referred to education
1/7/2026