New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 5608: Establishes a New York state English as a new language teaching assistance program
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 5608 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on February 25, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes a New York state English as a new language teaching assistance program. Primary sponsor: Jake Ashby (Republican/Conservative). 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.
Establishes a New York state English as a new language teaching assistance program for certain undergraduate and/or graduate students in a program leading to a career as a teacher in primary or secondary education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Ashby | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 43 |
| Pam Helming | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 54 |
“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