Bill > A03185

This bill requires school districts to have a registered professional nurse physically present on school premises during all school hours for any school with an enrollment of 100 or more students. The legislation amends existing education law by explicitly mandating that such nurses be on-site throughout the school day, which represents a new requirement for school health services. Previously, school districts could employ nurses but were not required to ensure their continuous physical presence during school hours. The bill aims to enhance student health and safety by guaranteeing immediate access to professional nursing care during the school day. The new requirement will take effect on the first day of September following the bill's passage into law, giving school districts time to adjust their staffing and scheduling to comply with the new mandate. By specifying that the nurse must be a registered professional nurse and must be present in schools with 100 or more pupils, the bill standardizes and improves health services across educational institutions.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3185