Allows parents or guardians of physically handicapped or developmentally disabled children to submit transportation requests by July 1st.

New York A10349 amends the education law to allow parents or guardians of children classified as physically handicapped or developmentally disabled to submit transportation requests to their school district by July 1st. This change extends the deadline from April 1st for other children. The commissioner of education will not require parents to present requests at meetings to appeal. If transportation is not provided after a request, parents, guardians, or taxpayers can appeal to the commissioner. The act takes effect immediately for school years starting after July 1, 2026.

Allows parents or guardians of physically handicapped or developmentally disabled children to submit transportation requests by July 1st.

New York A10349 amends the education law to allow parents or guardians of children classified as physically handicapped or developmentally disabled to submit transportation requests to their school district by July 1st. This change extends the deadline from April 1st for other children. The commissioner of education will not require parents to present requests at meetings to appeal. If transportation is not provided after a request, parents, guardians, or taxpayers can appeal to the commissioner. The act takes effect immediately for school years starting after July 1, 2026.