Bill > A06799

This bill amends the education law to expand the tax levy limit for school districts by creating a new category of exempted expenses specifically related to school safety. Under this legislation, school districts can now exclude from their tax levy limit any expenditures directly related to improving school safety, which comprehensively includes activities such as developing emergency response plans, conducting safety and conflict mediation training, installing safety technology and software, hiring school resource officers, acquiring emergency medical equipment, installing perimeter fencing, installing bulletproof doors and windows, implementing technology for rapid law enforcement notification during emergencies, and designing school grounds using Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles. This means school districts can invest more in safety measures without these expenses counting against their traditional tax levy cap, potentially providing schools with greater flexibility to enhance security without being constrained by existing budget limitations. The bill takes effect immediately and will apply to school district taxes for years beginning on or after its effective date.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6799