Bill > A03677

This bill amends the New York State education law to allow Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) to directly enroll students in career and technical education courses without requiring prior approval from local school boards. The legislative findings state that career and technical education courses offered by BOCES provide unique educational and career opportunities, and that students from local districts should have the opportunity to apply and enroll in these specialized programs. By adding a new subdivision to section 4602 of the education law, the bill authorizes BOCES to enroll students from local school districts in career and technical education courses if the students are accepted to those courses. The bill aims to give students more direct access to vocational and technical training programs that can provide valuable skills and career preparation. The legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3677