S5340B

The New York State Senate voted to reconsider passage of S5340B, an act to amend the Education Law, sponsored by Senator Stavisky. Sen. Michael Gianaris moved for reconsideration, which passed on a roll call vote of 59-0. The bill, which had previously been passed, was restored to its place on the Third Reading Calendar. Following the reconsideration vote, Sen. Gianaris offered amendments to the legislation, which were received by the chamber. The specific details of the amendments were not disclosed during floor debate. The bill remains under consideration as the Senate continues its legislative session.

The Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Stavisky to amend the Education Law on a roll call vote of 52-8. Calendar Number 311, Senate Print 5340B, received support from a strong majority of the chamber. Eight senators voted in opposition: Gallivan, Griffo, Lanza, Martinez, Ortt, Palumbo, Walczyk and Weik. The bill will take effect 180 days after it becomes law.