Enacts the "regents modernization act" to require the board of regents shall be at all times at least four times more than the number of the then existing judicial districts of the state and shall not be less than fifteen; makes related provisions.
Impact
The core intention behind this legislation is to enhance the governance of the state's educational system by aligning the Board of Regents' structure with the demographics of judicial districts. By requiring that districts with substantial student enrollment are adequately represented, the bill seeks to ensure that the interests and needs of these districts are reflected in educational policies. This could potentially lead to more tailored educational strategies that address specific local challenges.
Summary
Assembly Bill A10786, known as the Regents Modernization Act, introduces significant amendments to the Education Law that dictate the composition of the Board of Regents in New York. The bill stipulates that the number of Regents members must always be at least four more than the existing number of judicial districts within the state, with a minimum requirement of fifteen members. This alteration to the board structure is aimed at modernizing governance in the educational sector and ensuring adequate representation based on student enrollment data.
Contention
Despite its intended benefits, the Regents Modernization Act may invite contention among various stakeholders. Critics might argue that the adjustment in representation could lead to over-representation of certain districts at the expense of others. Additionally, the process through which Regents are currently elected, primarily through legislature involvement, might face scrutiny over its effectiveness and fairness, particularly concerning the potential for political influence in what is meant to be an educational governance body.
Changes the number of members of the board of trustees of the Mamaroneck public library district from eleven to no less than five and no more than fifteen.
Changes the number of members of the board of trustees of the Mamaroneck public library district from eleven to no less than five and no more than fifteen.
Increases the amount of years of military service credit a member may purchase from three years to four years; provides that the provisions of such act shall not be subject to the requirement that the state shall make an equal payment to the retirement system.
Increases the amount of years of military service credit a member may purchase from three years to four years; provides that the provisions of such act shall not be subject to the requirement that the state shall make an equal payment to the retirement system.
Provides that transportation shall be provided to all children attending grades kindergarten through twelve who live within a fifteen mile radius of the school they legally attend; provides that such transportation may also be provided for such students to before-and/or-after-school child care locations.
Provides that transportation shall be provided to all children attending grades kindergarten through twelve who live within a fifteen mile radius of the school they legally attend; provides that such transportation may also be provided for such students to before-and/or-after-school child care locations.
Requires whenever any person driving a vehicle approaches a railroad grade crossing where there is on-track equipment, the driver of such vehicle shall stop not less than fifteen feet from the nearest rail of such railroad, and shall not proceed until they can do so safely.