Bill > S06950

This bill amends the New York education law to establish consistent suspension procedures for charter school students that align with procedures used in other public schools. Specifically, the bill modifies existing law to clarify that charter school students can only be suspended according to the provisions outlined in section 3214 of the education law. The bill adapts terminology to fit charter school contexts by replacing references to traditional school superintendents with the chairperson of the charter school's board of trustees, and replacing references to school boards with the charter school's board of trustees. Additionally, the bill reaffirms existing provisions that students can withdraw from a charter school at any time and enroll in a public school, and that a charter school can refuse admission to students who are currently under suspension or expulsion from another public school. The changes aim to ensure that charter school students receive similar due process protections during suspension proceedings as students in traditional public schools. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6950