New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A08972

Introduced

8/13/25

Refer

8/13/25

Caption

Establishes a committee to conduct a survey of instruction on the history and civic impact of the September eleventh, two thousand one terrorist attacks and issue a report on such survey.

Impact

The implementation of this bill is expected to shape state educational policies significantly by requiring that K-12 institutions incorporate specific lessons about September 11 into their curricula. It provides a clear direction for educators on how to effectively share these critical historical lessons, as well as the civic ramifications of the attacks, with students. Consequently, it seeks to ensure that younger generations understand the importance of this pivotal moment in American history.

Summary

A08972, known as the 'New York September Eleventh, Two Thousand One Terrorist Attacks Education Equity Act,' seeks to enhance the education system's instruction regarding the September 11 attacks. The bill mandates that a survey be conducted by the Commissioner of Education to assess how school districts are teaching the history and civic implications of the September 11 attacks. This survey will help identify existing instructional methods and their effectiveness within the state's educational framework over a defined period.

Contention

While the bill is generally viewed positively, there may be discussions regarding its potential to standardize the curriculum across diverse school districts. Some educators might argue about the balance of curriculum implementation and the resources required to successfully integrate such sensitive topics into existing lesson plans. Additionally, the effectiveness of assessments designed to gauge student understanding could also be a point of debate, particularly in terms of their appropriateness for various age groups.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A08347

Requires September eleventh awareness curriculum or instruction for school districts, regarding the September eleventh, two thousand one attacks on the United States of America.

NY S04721

Makes conducting unlawful surveillance by use of a drone unlawful surveillance in the second degree.

NY S02357

Includes the attacks on September 11, 2001 in courses of instruction in patriotism and citizenship.

NY J00583

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 19-25, 2023, as Surveyors' Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Surveyors Week

NY J01867

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 17-23, 2024, as Surveyors Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Surveyors Week

NY K00977

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 17-23, 2024, as Surveyors Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Surveyors Week

NY A04508

Directs the Commissioner of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to provide Empire Passports to the families of reservists and members of the National Guard, whose qualified service commenced on or after September eleventh, two thousand one.

NY A01305

Waives certain fees for distinctive "September eleventh, two thousand one remembrance" license plates for certain first responders.

NY S04331

Relates to requiring building condition surveys to be conducted on public school buildings constructed prior to 1950 every other year and a visual inspection in alternate years.

NY S03110

Establishes the office of wastewater surveillance; creates a grant program; provides such office shall monitor wastewater testing and analyze wastewater test results; provides the grant program shall assist labs in conducting wastewater testing; establishes an advisory council which shall provide advice on: best practices for wastewater sampling, testing and test results analysis; the creation of standards and systems of reporting on wastewater surveillance; the creation of a dashboard; integrate wastewater surveillance for COVID-19 into the office of wastewater surveillance; and any topics deemed essential by the commissioner of health.