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Part of Educational challenges in New York are being discussed, noting that the state's education system lags behind the poorest states, with experts weighing in.

How could Assembly influence restrict Kathy Hochul's ability to enact education reforms?

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Legislative control limits Governor Hochul's ability to drive education reform. The structural control over New York's education system, heavily influenced by the Assembly, limits the Governor's capacity for change. The Board of Regents, which sets most schooling policies and approves testing programs, has members appointed by the legislature, with most influence stemming from the Assembly. Because the Governor has no say in appointing these Regents, the board's structural rule can railroad attempts at meaningful progress, regardless of the Governor's reform intentions. This dynamic is specifically cited in relation to the Regents seeking to block work-arounds to the state’s cap on charter school growth in New York City.

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  • The Board of Regents sets most schooling policies and selects the State Education Commissioner.nypost.com
  • The Regents' members are appointed by the legislature, with most of the influence coming from the Assembly.nypost.com
  • New York’s governor has no say over the board members.nypost.com
  • The Regents seek to block work-arounds to the state’s ill-advised cap on the growth of charter schools in New York City.nypost.com

Why it matters

New York State's education system is described as being in steep decline, with enrollment down, spending up, and academic results stagnant or declining. The ability of the state to implement necessary reforms is therefore critical for the future of its students and taxpayers. The structural limitations described mean that even if a reform-minded governor is elected, the system's current governance structure could prevent meaningful progress.

This situation is unique, as New York is almost alone among states where the governor has no role in selecting the Board of Regents. The legislature's control is linked to its relationship with state and city teachers’ unions, which oppose school choice and policies enforcing accountability for poor public school performance.

What we don't know yet

  • Could the State Constitution's provisions for review and revision be utilized to change the Board of Regents' powers?
  • What specific policy changes would a reform-minded governor attempt to enact if the current structure were removed?

What would change this answer

The legislature shifts control away from the Democratic Party in the Assembly.This could potentially allow a governor to gain more influence over the appointments to the Board of Regents, altering the structural control.
The Board of Regents were to legally change its stance on the charter school growth cap.This would indicate a shift in the policy direction, potentially bypassing the legislative influence described in the reports.

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