New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 717: Exempts Wantagh school district from regulations regarding the use of indigenous mascots

In committee Last action May 5, 2026: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

Plain-language summary

S 717 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Exempts Wantagh school district from regulations regarding the use of indigenous mascots. Primary sponsor: Steve Rhoads (Republican/Conservative). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2026): REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Steve Rhoads (Republican/Conservative).