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- Referred to education
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Requires the observance of a 1 minute period of silent meditation at the opening of each public school day
In Assembly Committee · Education · Sponsor Dov Hikind
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Title of bill
An act to amend the education law, in relation to silent meditation in public schools
Purpose
This legislation requires the observance of a 1 minute period of silent meditation at the start of each public school day.
Summary of provisions
Section 1: Amends section 3029-a of the education law.
Section 2: Sets the effective date as immediately.
Justification
This legislation requires that each school day in a public school begin with one minute of silent meditation. The goal of this legislation is to provide students a brief period where they are able to reflect on their upcoming day without distraction. Daily meditation has been shown to increase mental clarity and focus. Students may use this time to study, read, meditate, or contemplate anything of their choosing.
Legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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