Bill > A07029

This bill directs the New York State Commissioner of Education to develop recommendations for incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) system literacy into school curricula across elementary, junior high, and high school levels. The proposed curriculum would cover key aspects of AI, including basic concepts, system functioning, critical evaluation of AI-generated content, practical applications, ethical considerations, and responsible AI interaction. Before making recommendations, the commissioner must consult with various stakeholders including technology experts, educators, parents, and students, and consider factors like instructional time, fiscal impact, and educational feasibility. The bill requires the Commissioner to provide recommendations to the Board of Regents within 180 days, who will then vote to either accept or reject the proposed curriculum. If adopted, the curriculum would be implemented in the next school year, with guidelines developed for age-appropriate content, integration into existing subjects, teacher professional development, and student competency assessment. The bill defines AI systems as machine-based systems that infer outputs from inputs and can influence environments, and AI literacy as the ability to understand, evaluate, and interact with AI systems critically. The underlying motivation is to ensure students are prepared to understand and engage with AI technologies in an increasingly digital society.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7029