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This bill provides a specific exemption for the Amityville union free school district from existing state laws and regulations concerning the use of indigenous names, mascots, and logos. Specifically, the bill allows the school district to continue using indigenous-themed names, mascots, or logos that would otherwise be prohibited under Part 123 of Title 8 of the New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations. This exemption means that the Amityville school district would be allowed to maintain current indigenous-related branding or imagery despite broader state regulations aimed at phasing out such representations, which are often considered culturally insensitive. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage, granting the school district an immediate and comprehensive waiver from the standard rules governing the use of indigenous imagery in school settings.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4642