New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S10573 — Prohibits 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 26, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill prohibits the use of timeout boxes in schools.

The bill bans the use of timeout boxes and similar enclosures for children in schools. It aims to ensure that such practices are not used as disciplinary measures.

Summary

Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures for children in schools in the state.

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 S10573 do?
Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures for children in schools in the state.
Who sponsors S10573?
S10573 is sponsored by Dan Stec.
What is the current status of S10573?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 26, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track S10573?
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