Bill A 5448 mandates every college and university in the state to appoint a Title VI coordinator, enhancing civil rights protections for students and staff.

Protects the communication rights of individuals with disabilities by requiring accessible communication supports from public entities and service providers.

Establishes a New York state personal income tax deduction for qualified student loan principal and/or interest payments, reducing after-tax debt cost for NY borrowers.

The Student Journalism Education Act empowers K-12 and college students by protecting their rights, funding programs, and enhancing journalism education in schools.