New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 10502: Establishes access to postsecondary educational programming and creating an educational transfer process for incarcerated individuals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 10502 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on May 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes access to postsecondary educational programming and creating an educational transfer process for incarcerated individuals. Primary sponsor: Erik Bottcher (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2026): REFERRED TO CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Expands access to higher education in correctional facilities by requiring the department of corrections and community supervision to provide meaningful access to postsecondary educational programming and to establish a transparent process for incarcerated individuals to request transfers to facilities where such programs are available.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erik Bottcher | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 47 |
“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 CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION