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A 96142025–2026 SessionIN COMMITTEEDEMOCRAT

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

Introduced Jan 21, 2026Andrew Hevesi (D-NY)1 cosponsor

Summary

Prohibits the use of timeout boxes, closets or other secluded physical enclosures for children in schools in the state; except for authorized limited use of timeout and physical restraint as prescribed in regulations.

Legislative Journey

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Floor
  4. Passed Chamber 1
  5. Passed Chamber 2
  6. Signed
Jan 21, 2026

REFERRED TO EDUCATION

House
Feb 10, 2026

AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO EDUCATION

House
Feb 10, 2026

PRINT NUMBER 9614A

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