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NY A10089
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sarah Clark
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AI Summary
- Modifies eligibility for the New York Opportunity Promise Scholarship by adding a 240-month (20-year) lookback period for prior degree holders
- Applicants who obtained any postsecondary degree within 20 years before their initial application are ineligible for the scholarship
- Replaces the previous blanket prohibition on anyone who has "already" obtained a postsecondary degree
- Students currently enrolled in eligible associate degree programs when the law takes effect remain eligible if they meet all other requirements
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Clarifies the eligibility for the New York opportunity promise scholarship to prevent people from applying if they previously received a postsecondary degree within a certain timeframe.
Last Action
referred to higher education
1/30/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Education1/30/2026
Full Bill Text
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