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NY S06655
NY S06655Allows students attending agricultural learning events to be counted as in attendance at school; defines "agricultural learning events" as including FFA events and 4-H programs.
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Introduced
03/19/2025
03/19/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to allowing students attending agricultural learning events to be recorded as in attendance at school
AI Summary
This bill amends the education law to allow students to be counted as present in school while attending certain agricultural learning events, specifically events organized by Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H programs. Under the proposed legislation, school districts can permit students to participate in scheduled FFA and 4-H competitions or exhibitions during school hours, with parental consent, and have these absences recorded as official school attendance. FFA is a national educational organization for students interested in agriculture, while 4-H is a youth development program focused on leadership and practical skills. The bill aims to recognize the educational value of these agricultural learning experiences and ensure that students are not penalized academically for participating in such structured events. The legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6655 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S06655&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S06655 |
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