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Sep 2, 2026

New York City bans AI tools in public schools through eighth grade

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a one-year moratorium banning approximately 600,000 elementary and middle school students from using generative AI tools in classrooms for the 2026-2027 school year. High school students will have access to supervised AI pilot programs and AI literacy classes.

Sep 2, 20268 sources

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▪New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels announced a one-year moratorium on generative AI tools in public schools for students in 2-K through eighth grade, starting in the 2026-2027 school year.
▪The 2026 New York City school policy bans companion chatbots designed for companionship and mental support across all grade levels, including high schools.
▪United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew supported the new screen time limits but stated the AI policy leaves unanswered questions regarding how the Department of Education will enforce product safeguards.

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Zohran Mamdani

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