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- Referred to education
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Shortens the time frame within which a meeting may be called to vote on consolidation of school districts after qualified voters have not voted in favor of consolidation
In Assembly Committee · Education · Sponsor Anthony Brindisi
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S4464
Title of bill
An act to amend the education law, in relation to proceedings at meetings to consolidate school districts
Purpose
This bill would allow a re-vote on a school consolidation within 60 days of the original vote.
Summary of provisions
Amends subdivision 1 of section 1512 of the education law to allow a re-vote on school consolidation within 60 days of original vote.
Existing law
Current law does not allow a re-vote to take place prior to one year.
Justification
A study found that districts with less than 1,500 students (which makes up about half of the school districts in New York State) are likely to cut per-pupil costs significantly by consolidating. In today's economy, school districts need to look at all options. The possible savings coupled with potential academic benefits warrant consolidation being encouraged in the state.
Legislative history
2013-14 - S. 3907 Passed Senate - A. 2735 - Education Committee.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediate.
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