New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A05591

Introduced
2/18/25  
Refer
2/18/25  

Caption

Authorizes the city school district of the city of Salamanca to establish a reserve fund for federal impact aid in the event such aid is reduced.

Summary

Bill A05591 authorizes the Salamanca city school district to establish a federal impact aid reserve fund. This fund is intended to stabilize the district's tax levy and maintain educational services in the event that federal impact aid is reduced or eliminated. The bill outlines the procedures for establishing the fund, including the requirement for a majority vote from the district's voters. The maximum amount that can be held in this reserve fund is capped at five million dollars.

Impact

The establishment of this reserve fund will allow the Salamanca city school district to better manage its finances in the face of potential reductions in federal funding. By creating a financial buffer, the district aims to ensure that educational programs and services remain intact, thus potentially reducing the impact on local taxpayers and maintaining stability in the school budget.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill A05591 appears to be generally supportive, as it aims to provide financial security for the Salamanca city school district. However, there may be concerns regarding the need for voter approval and the implications of establishing such a fund, which could lead to discussions about fiscal responsibility and the district's reliance on federal aid.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the necessity of the reserve fund and the implications of its establishment. Some stakeholders may argue that the district should seek alternative funding sources rather than relying on federal aid, while others may express concerns about the potential for mismanagement of the reserve fund or the impact on local taxes if federal aid is reduced.

Companion Bills

NY S01636

Same As Authorizes the city school district of the city of Salamanca to establish a reserve fund for federal impact aid in the event such aid is reduced.

Previously Filed As

NY A02662

Authorizes the city school district of the city of Salamanca to establish a reserve fund for federal impact aid in the event such aid is reduced.

NY S01636

Authorizes the city school district of the city of Salamanca to establish a reserve fund for federal impact aid in the event such aid is reduced.

NY S3249

Authorizes establishment of charter school payment reserve account in school districts.

NY A1109

Authorizes establishment of charter school payment reserve account in school districts.

NY S10396

Provides that the Oswego city school district may establish an insurance reserve fund.

NY A10973

Authorizes the Goshen central school district to establish an insurance reserve fund.

NY A11391

Permits the Oswego city school district to create an insurance reserve fund

NY HB2448

Authorizes the establishment of charter schools in school districts in Cass County

NY A10573

Authorizes the Holland central school district to establish an insurance reserve fund for any loss, claim, action or judgment for which such school district is authorized or required to purchase or maintain insurance for the kinds of risks for which insurance is authorized.

NY S09345

Authorizes the Holland central school district to establish an insurance reserve fund for any loss, claim, action or judgment for which such school district is authorized or required to purchase or maintain insurance for the kinds of risks for which insurance is authorized.

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