Bill > S01732

This bill amends the New York State Education Law to increase the phase-out threshold for tuition assistance program awards from $7,000 to $18,000. Specifically, the bill modifies the income-based reduction schedule for tuition assistance, expanding the income range where students can receive full or partial financial aid. Under the new provision, students with incomes less than $18,000 will receive the full base amount of tuition assistance, whereas previously, the full amount was only available to those earning less than $7,000. As students' incomes increase beyond $18,000, their tuition assistance will be gradually reduced through a sliding scale that calculates reductions based on income levels. The bill will take effect 180 days after becoming law, which will provide time for educational institutions and state agencies to implement the new income thresholds. This change aims to provide more financial support to a broader range of students by making tuition assistance available to those with slightly higher incomes.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1732