Bill > A04638

This bill requires the New York State Commissioner of Education to establish a comprehensive curriculum about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and civic impact for school districts. The curriculum will be developed in alignment with existing social studies learning standards and will be age-appropriate, covering topics such as diaspora experiences, significant social movements, community contributions to various fields (government, arts, science, economics), historical challenges faced by these communities, and the solidarity between marginalized groups during the civil rights movement. Schools will have flexibility in how they incorporate these materials into their existing history or social studies courses. The commissioner must also develop professional development training for teachers and school administrators to support curriculum implementation. Additionally, the bill mandates an annual report to state leadership detailing the implementation progress, including metrics like the number of schools adopting the curriculum, student engagement, and professional development participation. The curriculum aims to provide a more inclusive and comprehensive understanding of these communities' experiences and contributions to the United States. The bill will take effect on the first of July following its passage.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4638