Bill > S01120

This bill requires the New York State Commissioner of Education to conduct a comprehensive study on the current education aid apportionment formulas, with the goal of identifying potential improvements. The study must include a detailed analysis of several key factors affecting school districts, such as the impact of tax caps on funding needs, increased district costs, changes in district wealth, and new state mandate requirements like higher learning standards and testing. The commissioner is authorized to collaborate with other state departments and agencies to gather necessary resources and data for the study. By December 31, 2026, the commissioner must deliver a report with findings and recommendations to the governor, senate leadership, assembly leadership, and the chairs of the education committees. The bill provides flexibility for the commissioner to include any additional information deemed relevant. The act will take effect immediately and is set to expire on January 1, 2027, ensuring a time-limited, focused examination of the state's education funding mechanisms.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1120