Bill > S07988

This bill amends the New York State Education Law to modify record retention rules for reports of alleged misconduct. Currently, reports that do not result in a criminal conviction are typically expunged from school records after five years. The bill now allows schools and school districts to retain records related to specific types of alleged misconduct for the full duration of the applicable statute of limitations. These specific types of misconduct are defined by paragraph (f) of subdivision three of section 30.10 of the criminal procedure law and subdivision (b) of section 208 of the civil practice law and rules. By permitting longer record retention, the bill gives schools more flexibility to maintain documentation of certain alleged misconduct, potentially helping them track and respond to patterns of behavior or provide important context in future investigations. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7988