Bill > S00057

This bill makes permanent a provision in the education law that allows Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) in New York to provide services to out-of-state school districts. Originally, this authority was set to expire on July 1, 2029, but this bill removes that expiration date, effectively making the provision a permanent part of the law. BOCES are regional educational service agencies that provide shared educational programs and support services to multiple school districts within a geographic area. By removing the sunset clause, the bill ensures that BOCES can continue to offer their services to out-of-state school districts indefinitely, potentially providing more educational collaboration and resource-sharing opportunities across state lines. The bill is straightforward, with no complex modifications to the existing law beyond eliminating the previously scheduled expiration date.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S57