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S 3331

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119th Congress Introduced by John Curtis and 1 co-sponsor

Requires all public and private schools to provide financial literacy education to certain pupils, expanding access to essential money-management skills.

Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
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Bill Summary · S 3331

Summary of S. 3331 — Requires all public and private schools to provide financial literacy education to certain pupils

Overview

S. 3331 is a bill introduced in the New York Legislature on January 24, 2025, titled “Requires all public and private schools to provide financial literacy education to certain pupils.” The bill is currently referred to the Education Committee. The primary sponsor is Senator Jeremy Cooney, with Senator Pamela Helming listed as a cosponsor. A companion bill exists in the Assembly (A. 4433), and related Senate bills from prior sessions include S. 7257 and S. 918.

What the bill would do

  • The core requirement is that all public and private schools must provide financial literacy education to “certain pupils.”
  • The provided information does not specify the exact scope, such as grade levels, frequency, or curriculum standards. Details on delivery methods (in-school courses, integration into existing classes, or elective options) are not provided.

Scope and applicability

  • Applicable to both public and private schools within the state.
  • Targets a subset of students described as “certain pupils” in the bill’s language (the criteria are not defined in the available summary).

Key provisions and changes (as currently described)

  • Mandate: Public and private schools must implement financial literacy education.
  • Curriculum specifics (e.g., topics, duration, assessment, alignment with state standards) are not included in the summary provided.
  • No funding or implementation timeline is specified in the available information.

Who is affected

  • Students (“pupils”) in public and private schools who would receive financial literacy education.
  • School districts, school leadership, and teachers who would implement and deliver the curriculum.
  • State education agencies and accrediting bodies may be involved in setting standards or oversight, though this is not detailed in the summary.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: January 24, 2025.
  • Current status: Referred to the Education Committee.
  • Legislative actions listed show two entries on 2025-01-24 for “REFERRED TO EDUCATION,” indicating the committee referral moment (no further actions listed yet).
  • Related legislation: Companion in the Assembly (A 4433) and prior-session Senate bills S. 7257 and S. 918, suggesting ongoing interest in integrating financial literacy across schools.

Sponsor information

  • Primary sponsor: Jeremy Cooney.
  • Cosponsor: Pamela Helming.

Potential impact and considerations

  • Positive goal: Could improve financial literacy among students, potentially improving long-term financial decision-making.
  • Unknowns to watch: Specific grade levels, curriculum standards, teacher training requirements, funding sources, and how private schools would align with any state standards.
  • Implementation challenges could include developing standardized content, ensuring uniform delivery across districts, and providing professional development for teachers.

Next steps / how to track

  • Monitor Education Committee actions for amendments, codified language, and any fiscal notes.
  • Check for companion bill progress in the Assembly (A. 4433) and any related bills (S. 7257, S. 918) for cross-chamber alignment.
  • Look for final floor votes, gubernatorial action, or enacted provisions once reported out of committee.

Note: This summary reflects the information provided and does not include the full text of the bill. The actual provisions may vary once the bill’s language is made public.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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