New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 8685: Relates to the qualification of an applicant for the New York opportunity promise scholarship
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 8685 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to the qualification of an applicant for the New York opportunity promise scholarship. Primary sponsor: Pat Fahy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): PRINT NUMBER 8685B.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Removes the requirement that an applicant for the New York opportunity promise scholarship has not already obtained any postsecondary degree.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Fahy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- PRINT NUMBER 8685B
- AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO HIGHER EDUCATION
- PRINT NUMBER 8685A
- AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO HIGHER EDUCATION
- REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION