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A 11005

Extends certain provisions of law relating to requiring regulations to permit tuition waivers for certain firefighters and fire officers for CUNY until July 1, 2028

2025 Regular Session Introduced by William Colton and 2 co-sponsors

Extends the period during which tuition waivers for eligible firefighters and fire officers at CUNY remain available, expiring July 1, 2028.

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Bill Summary · A 11005

Summary of Bill A. 11005 (2025-2026) – New York

Overview

  • Jurisdiction: New York
  • Introduced: April 16, 2026 by Assembly Member Cunningham (cosponsored by Brian Cunningham)
  • Purpose: Extend the effectiveness of existing provisions requiring regulations to permit tuition waivers for certain firefighters and fire officers attending CUNY (City University of New York).

Main Purpose and Intent

The bill extends the duration of statutory authorization that requires regulations to permit tuition waivers for eligible firefighters and fire officers who attend CUNY institutions. Specifically, it prolongs the period during which such tuition waivers must be available to these public safety personnel, ensuring continued access to reduced or waived tuition at CUNY schools.

Key Provisions

  • Amendment to Law: The bill amends Part U of Chapter 56 of the Laws of 2018 (as amended by Chapter 138 of the Laws of 2024) relating to tuition waivers for firefighters and fire officers attending CUNY.
  • Effective Date: The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.
  • Expiration/Repeal Date: The provision that authorizes the tuition waivers is extended to expire and be repealed on July 1, 2028 (previously set to expire earlier, with 2028 being the extended date).
  • Scope: Applies to tuition waivers for certain firefighters and fire officers who are students at CUNY institutions.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Firefighters and fire officers eligible for tuition waivers under the existing statutory framework, who enroll in CUNY colleges or universities.
  • Institutions: CUNY system (colleges and universities) that administer tuition waivers for eligible personnel.
  • State/Regulatory Landscape: Requires CUNY and relevant state education authorities to maintain regulations authorizing such waivers during the extended period.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Immediate Effect: The bill becomes effective upon enactment.
  • Sunset/Expiration: The waiver authority is explicitly extended to expire on July 1, 2028. After that date, the authority would be subject to repeal unless further legislative action is taken.
  • Relation to Prior Law: This bill continues the framework established in the 2018 law governing tuition waivers, incorporating the amendments previously made by 2024 legislation, and now extending it again.

Potential Impact

  • Accessibility: Continues to provide cost relief for eligible firefighters and fire officers pursuing higher education at CUNY, potentially encouraging degree completion and professional advancement.
  • Workforce Benefits: May support career development, retention, and training opportunities within fire services by reducing educational costs.
  • Budgetary Considerations: Represents a state-funded consideration for tuition waivers; any fiscal impact would depend on the number of eligible students and waiver amounts, to be determined by implementing regulations.

Notes

  • The description focuses on extending an existing policy rather than creating a new broad entitlement; it maintains the same targeted beneficiary group and institutional administration (CUNY) with an extended expiration date.

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

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