New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 5824: Relates to free tuition for New York state residents serving as volunteer firefighters at certain colleges
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 5824 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to free tuition for New York state residents serving as volunteer firefighters at certain colleges. Primary sponsor: Michaelle Solages (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. 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.
Makes tuition free for New York state residents serving as volunteer firefighters at SUNY and CUNY schools and community colleges.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michaelle Solages | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Judy Griffin | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 21 |
| Phil Steck | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 110 |
“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