Bill > A02450

This bill requires public schools in New York to include cursive writing instruction as part of their standard course of study, with the specific goal of ensuring students can create readable, legible cursive documents by the end of fifth grade. The legislation amends the state education law by adding a new section mandating this requirement, which means schools will need to incorporate cursive writing lessons into their curriculum to help students develop handwriting skills. The bill will take effect immediately and will apply to school years beginning on the first of July following its enactment, giving schools time to prepare and implement the new cursive writing instruction requirement. By requiring cursive writing skills, the bill aims to preserve a traditional form of communication and potentially help students develop fine motor skills and cognitive abilities associated with handwriting.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2450