New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S04782

Introduced
2/12/25  
Refer
2/12/25  

Caption

Prevents certain public institutions of higher education from using the scholastic aptitude test and ACT assessment in the admissions process on and after the two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven academic year for New York resident applicants; requires SUNY and CUNY to create a new standardized test by the two thousand thirty--two thousand thirty-one academic year.

Summary

Bill S04782 amends the education law to suspend the use of standardized testing requirements for undergraduate admissions at public institutions of higher education in New York for resident applicants until the 2030-2031 academic year. During this period, applicants will have the option to submit SAT and ACT scores for the 2026-2028 academic years, but these scores will not be considered for admissions decisions starting in the 2028-2029 academic year. The bill mandates that the State University of New York (SUNY) and the City University of New York (CUNY) develop a new test that aligns with college readiness standards by the 2030-2031 academic year, or else eliminate the use of SAT and ACT scores altogether for admissions.

Impact

The bill will significantly change the admissions landscape for public higher education institutions in New York by removing standardized test scores as a criterion for admissions. This shift aims to promote equitable access to higher education for New York residents and may lead to the development of a new standardized test that better reflects the skills and knowledge necessary for college success. The elimination of standardized testing could also influence how high schools prepare students for college and may affect college admissions practices nationwide.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S04782 appears to be mixed, with proponents arguing that it will enhance access to higher education and reduce barriers for underrepresented students. Critics, however, express concerns that eliminating standardized tests may hinder the ability to assess student readiness for college-level work and could lead to a decline in academic standards.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the debate over the effectiveness of standardized testing in predicting college success versus the need for more equitable admissions processes. Supporters of the bill argue for inclusivity and access, while opponents raise concerns about maintaining academic rigor and the potential challenges of developing a new assessment tool that meets the needs of both students and institutions.

Companion Bills

NY A08531

Same As Prevents certain public institutions of higher education from using the scholastic aptitude test and ACT assessment in the admissions process on and after the two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven academic year for New York resident applicants; requires SUNY and CUNY to create a new standardized test by the two thousand thirty--two thousand thirty-one academic year.

Previously Filed As

NY A08531

Prevents certain public institutions of higher education from using the scholastic aptitude test and ACT assessment in the admissions process on and after the two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven academic year for New York resident applicants; requires SUNY and CUNY to create a new standardized test by the two thousand thirty--two thousand thirty-one academic year.

NY S03432

Prevents certain public institutions of higher education from using the scholastic aptitude test and ACT assessment in the admissions process on and after the two thousand twenty-four--two thousand twenty-five academic year for New York resident applicants; requires SUNY and CUNY to create a new standardized test by the two thousand twenty-eight--two thousand twenty-nine academic year.

NY A06734

Requires certain public authorities to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program between August first, two thousand twenty-five and December thirty-first, two thousand twenty-five for cashless tolls collected between April twenty-third, two thousand sixteen and June twenty-ninth, two thousand twenty-five.

NY S07278

Requires certain public authorities to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program between August first, two thousand twenty-five and December thirty-first, two thousand twenty-five for cashless tolls collected between April twenty-third, two thousand sixteen and June twenty-ninth, two thousand twenty-five.

NY S05781

Requires all authorities having jurisdiction over a population exceeding five thousand residents to adopt a residential automated solar permitting platform by June thirtieth, two thousand twenty-seven.

NY A00304

Provides that for the two thousand twenty-four--two thousand twenty-five school year, the two thousand twenty-five--two thousand twenty-six school year, and the two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven school year, surplus funds as used in this subdivision shall mean any operating funds in excess of five percent of the current school year budget, and shall not include funds properly retained under other sections of law.

NY A00351

Provides that for the two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven school year, the two thousand twenty-seven--two thousand twenty-eight school year, and the two thousand twenty-eight--two thousand twenty-nine school year, surplus funds as used in this subdivision shall mean any operating funds in excess of five percent of the current school year budget, and shall not include funds properly retained under other sections of law.

NY S10248

Establishes a long-duration energy storage procurement target in New York state of three thousand megawatts by December thirty-first, two thousand thirty.

NY HB217

Vision 2031: An Education Blueprint for Two Thousand Thirty-one; create.

NY A11281

Authorizes the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding in state fiscal year two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven.

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