Bill > S06597

This bill prohibits degree-granting institutions of higher education in New York from using legacy preference (giving admission preference to applicants who have family members who previously graduated from the same institution) as a criterion for admitting students. While institutions will be prohibited from using familial relationships as a factor in admission decisions, they are still permitted to collect data about an applicant's family connection to the institution after an offer of admission has been accepted. The legislation would take effect on July 1st following its passage, with preparatory regulatory work allowed to begin immediately. By preventing legacy preference, the bill aims to create a more equitable college admissions process that does not advantage applicants based on family connections, potentially opening up opportunities for students who are the first in their families to attend college.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6597