Bill > A00120

This bill directs the New York State Commissioner of Education to establish a media literacy advisory group composed of nine members from school library systems, school libraries, and higher education institutions with library and information studies expertise. The group's primary task is to conduct a comprehensive survey of all school districts to assess their current media literacy practices, resources, and approaches to integrating digital citizenship into their curriculum. The bill defines media literacy as the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media and digital content, with a focus on digital citizenship, internet safety, and responsible online behavior. The advisory group will be required to produce a report within one year of the act's effective date, which will include recommendations for legislative actions, best practices for media literacy instruction, potential revisions to education standards and technology plans, and strategies for professional development. The report will be delivered to state leadership and published on the department's website, with the goal of improving students' digital literacy, critical thinking skills, and safe online engagement.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A120