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NY S02126
Bill
Status
2/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Jackson
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AI Summary
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Requires the Commissioner of Education to convene one annual statewide convention for underrepresented educators to discuss experiences, best practices, networking, and mentorship opportunities
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Mandates at least five regional conventions annually across different geographic areas of New York State for the same purposes
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Defines "underrepresented educators" as teachers or administrators who participate or participated in programs such as Grow Your Own initiatives, My Brother's Keeper, Teacher Opportunity Corps, Higher Education Opportunity Program, or Education Opportunity Program
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Grants the commissioner discretion to determine the time and location of all conventions
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner to convene statewide and regional conventions to bring together underrepresented educators annually to discuss experiences, best practices, and afford for networking, mentorship opportunities, and support.
Last Action
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
1/28/2026