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This bill aims to provide free laptops and textbooks to students in high schools and higher education institutions across New York State, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. For high schools, each school district will be required to provide a laptop at no charge to every student in grades 9-12. In higher education, the bill covers three types of institutions: State University of New York (SUNY), City University of New York (CUNY), and private colleges/universities. SUNY and CUNY institutions must provide laptops to all students, while private colleges will provide laptops only to students who demonstrate financial need through their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Additionally, all higher education institutions must implement a textbook program where students receive a voucher to obtain textbooks, with the condition that the books must be returned at the end of each semester in good condition. The implementation of these programs is contingent on appropriate funding being available, and the bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6194