New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 4354: Relates to reducing the cost of textbooks for students of institutions of higher education
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 4354 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to reducing the cost of textbooks for students of institutions of higher education. Primary sponsor: Alicia Hyndman (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Reduces the cost of textbooks and course materials for students of institutions of higher education by requiring every institution of higher education to adopt policies that allow the use of innovative pricing techniques and payment options for textbooks, supplemental materials, and other course materials or textbooks.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alicia Hyndman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Noah Burroughs | Co-sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | House | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
- REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION