Bill > A05523

This bill amends the administrative code of New York City to enhance school crossing guard placement, specifically requiring that at least one school crossing guard be positioned on each corner of city blocks containing public or private schools serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade during school arrival and dismissal times. Additionally, for streets with four or more traffic lanes that border such schools, the bill mandates that crossing guards be placed on opposite corners of those streets. This means that in areas with schools serving younger students, there will be more comprehensive street crossing supervision to improve child safety during peak school transportation hours. The requirement applies to both public and private schools and is intended to provide more extensive protection for elementary and middle school students as they travel to and from school by ensuring multiple crossing points are staffed with trained guards.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5523