New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 8008: Encourages school districts to prioritize civic organizations which encourage community for students in allowing outside groups to use school facilities
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 8008 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on May 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Encourages school districts to prioritize civic organizations which encourage community for students in allowing outside groups to use school facilities. Primary sponsor: Jeremy Cooney (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 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.
Encourages school districts to give opportunities to students by giving priority to outside groups which encourage community for students to use school facilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic/Working Families 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Cooney | Primary sponsor | Democratic/Working Families | Senate | 56 |
“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
- REFERRED TO EDUCATION