New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S10560 — Limits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures in schools in the state

Last action — In Senate Committee

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 21, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

Prohibits using timeout boxes in schools unless authorized by the commissioner.

This bill aims to limit the use of timeout boxes and similar enclosures in schools, allowing them only under specific authorization. The text of the bill is not available for further details.

Summary

Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures for children in schools in the state except for authorized uses prescribed by the commissioner.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO EDUCATION

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S10560 do?
Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures for children in schools in the state except for authorized uses prescribed by the commissioner.
Who sponsors S10560?
S10560 is sponsored by Dan Stec.
What is the current status of S10560?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 21, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track S10560?
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