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NY A07029
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michaelle Solages
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AI Summary
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Requires the Commissioner of Education to recommend AI literacy curriculum to the Board of Regents for elementary through high school, covering basic AI concepts, critical evaluation of AI-generated content, practical applications and limitations, ethical considerations, and safe interaction with AI systems
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Commissioner must consult with the state Office of Information Technology Services, teachers, administrators, parents, students, and other stakeholders before making recommendations
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Commissioner must submit recommendations within 180 days of the law taking effect; Board of Regents must vote to accept or reject within 60 days of receiving the recommendation
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If adopted, curriculum takes effect the following school year, with Board of Regents developing guidelines for age-appropriate content, integration into existing subjects, teacher professional development, and student assessment
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If rejected, Commissioner must report the reasons to the Governor and legislative leaders within 30 days
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner of education to make recommendations to the board of regents regarding the incorporation of instruction in artificial intelligence system literacy into the school curriculum at the elementary, junior high and senior high levels; directs the board of regents to adopt guidelines if the curriculum is adopted.
Last Action
referred to education
1/7/2026