New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A08463

Introduced
5/16/25  
Refer
5/16/25  
Report Pass
5/20/25  
Refer
5/20/25  
Report Pass
6/9/25  
Refer
6/9/25  

Caption

Authorizes the commissioner of education to conduct a survey regarding instruction on Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander history within the state; establishes an Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander history advisory committee; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Impact

By institutionalizing a survey and establishing an advisory committee, A08463 aims to address the deficiency of AANHPI history in educational curricula. This initiative is expected to lead to more inclusive education and broader representation of diverse histories in schools. The bill stipulates that findings from the survey will be reported to various legislative leaders, highlighting the need for ongoing assessment and potential recommendations for improving instructional strategies regarding AANHPI history.

Summary

Bill A08463, introduced in the New York State Assembly, focuses on enhancing the teaching of Asian American, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) history within state educational curricula. The bill empowers the Commissioner of Education to conduct a comprehensive survey to ascertain existing instruction on AANHPI history across school districts in New York. Key components of the survey include evaluating how AANHPI topics are integrated into current teaching standards, the extent of instructional time allocated, challenges faced by educators, and whether training is provided for AANHPI teaching.

Contention

While A08463 has the potential to foster a richer learning environment by including AANHPI narratives, it might encounter resistance concerning its implementation. Some stakeholders may argue about funding allocations and prioritization of AANHPI content over other essential subject matters. Concerns could also arise around the committee's composition and its authority to influence educational standards, as well as the logistical aspects of adapting existing curricula to include these histories.

Committee_structure

The bill mandates the formation of an AANHPI history advisory committee, comprising four members with expertise in relevant educational fields. This committee is tasked with evaluating current educational practices and making recommendations to enhance AANHPI content in state learning standards, emphasizing the importance of scholarly input in curriculum development.

Companion Bills

NY S07855

Same As Authorizes the commissioner of education to conduct a survey regarding instruction on Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander history within the state; establishes an Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander history advisory committee; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Previously Filed As

NY S05963

Requires the commissioner to establish Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and civic impact curriculum or instructions for school districts.

NY A06579

Requires the commissioner to establish Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and civic impact curriculum or instructions for school districts.

NY S07684

Establishes an Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) leadership institute within the state university of New York as an initiative for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) leaders in higher education with a mission to retain and grow from within SUNY a greater proportion of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) professionals at SUNY campuses; creates an eight member advisory council.

NY A08262

Establishes an Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) leadership institute within the state university of New York as an initiative for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) leaders in higher education with a mission to retain and grow from within SUNY a greater proportion of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) professionals at SUNY campuses; creates an eight member advisory council.

NY A02559

Relates to requiring instruction in Asian American and Pacific Islander history for grades K through 12.

NY S01051

Establishes the 15 member New York Asian American and Pacific Islander commission to develop policies to improve the community, economic and social well-being, and the health and educational needs important to Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the state; to develop and coordinate statewide programs, recognizing the continuing contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals in the state; to create and implement public education campaigns regarding Asian American and Pacific Islander issues and culture; to increase the awareness among Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals of state and local resources that may benefit Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals and communities as a whole; and to undertake any other activities the commission deems necessary and applicable to support Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the state.

NY A03301

Establishes the 15 member New York Asian American and Pacific Islander commission to develop policies to improve the community, economic and social well-being, and the health and educational needs important to Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the state; to develop and coordinate statewide programs, recognizing the continuing contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals in the state; to create and implement public education campaigns regarding Asian American and Pacific Islander issues and culture; to increase the awareness among Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals of state and local resources that may benefit Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals and communities as a whole; and to undertake any other activities the commission deems necessary and applicable to support Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the state.

NY S08023

Establishes a 13 member New York Asian American and Pacific Islander commission to develop policies to improve the community, economic and social well-being, and the health and educational needs important to Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the state; provides for the duties of the commission.

NY A08550

Establishes a 13 member New York Asian American and Pacific Islander commission to develop policies to improve the community, economic and social well-being, and the health and educational needs important to Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the state; provides for the duties of the commission.

NY J01734

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2024, as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the State of New York

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