Bill > A01448

This bill amends the New York State education law to require school districts to conduct comprehensive evaluations of their capital improvement projects across multiple critical areas. Specifically, the bill mandates that school districts assess their facilities for compliance with the New York State Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, evaluate opportunities to upgrade infrastructure for energy efficiency and sustainability, and address technological and structural improvements. The required assessments include checking for greenhouse gas emissions, upgrading heating and ventilation systems to be more energy efficient (including active solar and geothermal options), installing solar panels and alternative energy sources, improving broadband connectivity, enhancing technology security, making structural improvements to windows, roofs, foundations, and walls, purchasing hybrid or electric school buses, and upgrading plumbing and electrical systems. The bill allows for waivers if existing school building safety inspection procedures substantially comply with the new requirements, and it takes effect immediately upon passage, providing school districts with a comprehensive framework for modernizing and improving their facilities with an emphasis on sustainability, energy efficiency, and technological advancement.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1448