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NY S09240
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cordell Cleare
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AI Summary
- Establishes a pilot program for schools with existing aging programs to develop curriculum for professionals working with older adults
- Creates a curriculum team of faculty and project directors, appointed by the Office for the Aging, Education Commissioner, and Health Commissioner, covering specialties including primary care, trauma-informed practice, palliative care, and serving diverse populations
- Requires the curriculum team to develop a suggested syllabus template for an advanced-year practice class in the field of aging based on emerging and evidence-based practices
- Establishes a workforce development center for gerontological/geriatric education, funded by multiple state agencies, to recruit schools, provide student incentive awards, faculty honoraria, and coordinate internship opportunities
- Pilot program runs for 3 years: first 2 years track and benchmark learning opportunities, third year expands to additional participating schools
Legislative Description
Establishes a pilot program for schools with active aging programs or specializations in place; creates a curriculum team that shall identify areas that are most relevant to persons working with older adults currently, and/or represent emerging and evidenced-based practices and create a suggested syllabus template for an advanced-year practice class in the field of aging; creates the workforce development center for professional development in gerontological/geriatric education.
Last Action
REFERENCE CHANGED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
2/23/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Education2/23/2026
Education2/18/2026
Full Bill Text
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