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Giunta summarizes policy as among broadest restrictions in country, outlines coalition work

New York City Council · Sep 15, 2026 · starts 0:45:44 · 46 sec

Giunta summarizes that NYC's policy has some of the broadest restrictions on AI and screen use in the country, is a one-year policy, and will be evaluated through a Technology in Schools Coalition to map future technology use.

Danielle Giunta

Across all grades, the only exception to the AI policy is assistive technologies for students with disabilities and our English language learners.

Danielle Giunta

In summary, New York City Public Schools has announced a policy with some of the broadest restrictions on AI and screen use in the country.

Danielle Giunta

It is a one-year policy that will help us work with a new technology and schools coalition

Danielle Giunta

to evaluate ongoing research, our high school pilots, and feedback on this year's policies to map the future of technology use in New York City public schools.

Danielle Giunta

We look forward to partnering with all of you in the coming year to ensure our policies reflect the needs of all students and families.

Danielle Giunta

Thank you, and I look forward to the opportunity to answer some questions today.