New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 10573: Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures in schools in the state
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 10573 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on May 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures in schools in the state. Primary sponsor: Dan Stec (Republican/Conservative/Independence). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): REFERRED TO EDUCATION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures for children in schools in the state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative/Independence 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Stec | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative/Independence | Senate | 45 |
“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 EDUCATION