Bill > A06118

This bill amends the New York State education law to require the commissioner of education to develop rules and regulations ensuring that left-handed students have proportionate access to school supplies and equipment comparable to what is available to right-handed students. Specifically, the bill mandates that when schools or the education department purchase supplies and equipment, they must consider the needs of left-handed students and provide appropriate tools in similar quantities to those available for right-handed students. These new requirements will apply to any school supplies and equipment purchased after the commissioner establishes the specific rules and regulations. The goal of the bill appears to be addressing potential inequities in school supply accessibility for left-handed students, who traditionally have had fewer ergonomically designed tools and supplies made specifically for their needs.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6118