Bill > A08478

This bill extends the effectiveness of a previous law (Chapter 20 of the laws of 1998) that allows physical therapy assistant services in public and private primary and secondary schools. Specifically, the bill amends the existing law to change the expiration date from June 30, 2025 to June 30, 2030, effectively giving an additional five years for physical therapy assistants to continue providing services in schools. Physical therapy assistants are healthcare professionals who work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to help students with mobility, rehabilitation, and other physical therapy needs. The bill ensures continuity of these important support services for students by postponing the law's expiration, which would have otherwise terminated the authorization for such services in 2025. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8478