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S931Senate2015-2016 Session

Requires public schools to incorporate instruction in Indo-Caribbean studies into their existing curriculum

Sponsor Tony AvellaSD-11+2 co-sponsorsAffects Education
Status
In Senate Committee
Education
Impact
Pending
Passage
Pending

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In committee · Education

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Primary sponsor
Tony Avella

Senator · Senate District 11

Chair, Ethics

History

  1. Print number 931a
  2. Amend and recommit to education
  3. Referred to education
  4. Referred to education

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Title of bill

An act to amend the education law, in relation to requiring public schools to incorporate instruction in Indian Subcontinent/Indo-Caribbean studies into the existing curriculum

Purpose or general idea of bill

The legislation will allow public schools to include, as part of their social studies or literature, instruction regarding South Asian studies, regarding the history, literature and/or culture of groups originating in the Indian subcontinent.

Summary of provisions

Section 1 of the bill amends the education law by adding a new section 801-b which sets forth details for the component of Indian Subcontinent/Indo-Caribbean Studies curriculum.

Section 2 provides for this act to take effect immediately and shall apply to all school years commencing on or after July 1, 2017.

Justification

The South Asian population in New York is rapidly growing, with over 200,000 residents of Indian Subcontinent / Indo-Caribbean descent in Queens alone. It is important that our students are receiving a well-rounded education exposing them to the heritage and tradition of a vast array of cultures.

Legislative history

2012: S4823-A 2013-14: S.1014 / A.268-A (Miller) 2015-16: S.931 / A.487 (Miller)

Fiscal implications for state and local governments

None.

Effective date

This act shall take effect immediately and shall apply to all school years commencing on or after July 1, 2017.

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