NY Schools Must Plan for Heat Under New Cooling Law

A new law in New York requires school districts to develop heat mitigation plans to ensure classroom temperatures don’t exceed 88 degrees. While central air isn’t mandated, districts must take action at 82 degrees using solutions like fans, window shades, and moving students. East Rochester Schools already have most buildings cooled and plan to expand air conditioning to its high school gym. Critics argue there’s no funding to support the law, but officials say existing infrastructure reviews can guide implementation.

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Source: Rochester First