Education

Senate Bill 4706 · Requires use of annual baseline concussion testing for student-athletes and cheerleaders in grades six through 12.

Still in committee since October 1, 2026

Assembly Bill 4236 · Designates accounting as STEM subject for various educational and other programs.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4544 · Prohibits limitation of State school aid increases in 2026-2027 school year; appropriates $332.6 million.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4545 · Prohibits school districts from joining associations which oversee Statewide interscholastic sports unless association limits interscholastic eligibility of certain student-athletes who repeat middle school grade for athletic advantage.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4560 · Establishes Task Force on Approved Private Schools for Students with Disabilities to study various issues including improving and streamlining tuition-setting process, funding, and fiscal accountability.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4591 · Provides that regional school districts are not subject to State school aid reductions under certain circumstances.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4522 · Establishes State school aid category to support certain school districts located in municipalities that are part of Highlands or Pinelands preservation areas.

Still in committee since June 26, 2026

Senate Bill 4482 · "Fully Funding Schools and Cutting Property Taxes Act"; repeals certain sections of law; requires additional aid to lower property taxes commensurate with residents' ability to support schools; appropriates $2.9 billion.

Still in committee since June 22, 2026

Senate Bill 4473 · Requires employing board of education or contractor to notify DOE regarding termination of employee disqualified from employment.

Still in committee since June 18, 2026

Senate Bill 4456 · Authorizes school districts to award alternate high school diploma to certain students with disabilities.

Still in committee since June 15, 2026

Senate Bill 4457 · Requires State Board of Education to include bullying awareness and prevention in New Jersey Student Learning Standards.*

Sent June 15, 2026 · Reported out after 108 days

Senate Bill 4467 · "Jack Reid Law: Protect All Students Act"; prohibits harassment or bullying of nonpublic school students and requires nonpublic schools to adopt anti-harassment and bullying policy.

Sent June 15, 2026 · Reported out after 108 days

Senate Bill 4469 · Requires boards of education to adopt policy on use of artificial intelligence; requires DOE to establish model policy.

Still in committee since June 15, 2026

Senate Bill 4442 · "Fairness for Coastal School Districts in Development Restricted Areas Act"; provides State aid to certain school districts located in municipalities subject to CAFRA.

Still in committee since June 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4371 · Establishes State Seal of Civic Engagement Pilot Program.

Still in committee since June 1, 2026

Senate Bill 4378 · Establishes a formula for the distribution of State aid to school districts.

Still in committee since June 1, 2026

Senate Bill 4385 · Requires school districts to permit students excused absences for student illness.

Still in committee since June 1, 2026

Senate Bill 4336 · Requires principals and teachers of public schools to conduct two sentence oral recitation from Declaration of Independence before opening of school each day in grades three through 12; appropriates $10,000.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4349 · Concerns enrollment of twins or higher order multiples in public preschool programs.

Sent May 28, 2026 · Reported out after 126 days · then passed both houses

Senate Bill 4351 · Provides that unexpended nonpublic textbook aid or aid for Nonpublic Technology Initiative may be used to support services provided under other program.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4352 · Permits use of unexpended State aid for specific nonpublic school programs may be used to support certain other nonpublic school programs rather than being refunded.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4356 · Prohibits application of State aid growth limit to State school aid provided in 2026-2027 school year; appropriates $332.6 million.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4363 · Establishes "Hazardous School Route Grant Program" in DOE; appropriates $15 million.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4366 · Permits unexpended State aid for nonpublic school nursing services and nonpublic school security services to be used to support other program.

Sent May 28, 2026 · Reported out after 4 days

Senate Bill 4315 · Establishes School Ventilation and Energy Efficiency Grant Program in DOE; appropriates $500 million.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4318 · Appropriates funds to support increases in tax levy resulting from health care costs in certain school districts.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4327 · Requires Commissioner of Education to establish criteria to be used by school districts in designating hazardous routes and provides State aid for each student transported along designated hazardous routes.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4328 · Appropriates funds up to $25 million for distribution to certain school districts to support health care cost increases.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4330 · Prohibits reductions in State school aid for certain school districts in 2026-2027 school year.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4236 · Establishes comprehensive school-based violence prevention grant program to help youth at highest risk of involvement in gun violence; appropriates $1 million.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4259 · Establishes four-year Performing Arts Education Improvement Grant Program.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4260 · Establishes pilot program in certain counties to provide funding for nonpublic school nursing services through county consortium of nonpublic schools.

Sent May 14, 2026 · Reported out after 18 days

Senate Bill 4267 · Revises certain portions of law related to criminal history record check for school employees.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4281 · Modifies calculation of preschool education aid for certain school districts.

Sent May 14, 2026 · Moved on without a report after 32 days

Senate Bill 4284 · Requires certain school districts to partner with licensed child care providers and Head Start programs to provide free preschool opportunities.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4292 · Establishes timeline for DOE to provide State assessment results to public schools and for public schools to provide results to parents.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4117 · Establishes task force to strengthen and streamline State's anti-bullying policies, procedures, and guidelines in schools.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4118 · "Fairness for School Districts in Development Restricted Areas Act"; provides additional State school aid to certain school districts located in municipalities that are part of Highlands or Pinelands preservation areas.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4121 · Requires State to elect to participate in federal tax credit scholarship program and directs Commissioner of Education to provide required information to U.S. Secretary of the Treasury.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4134 · Requires State school aid reductions in any school year to be applied in following school year.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4136 · Establishes "Support for Students Exposed to Domestic Violence Fund" in DOE to support public schools in addressing impact of domestic violence.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4147 · Designates accounting as STEM subject for various educational and other programs.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4155 · Establishes "School Opening and School Closing Student Safety Task Force" to review safety of students when schools open and close for school day.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4165 · Clarifies types of vehicles that may be used by school personnel to transport students to and from school and school related activities.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4195 · Establishes Cardiac Emergency Response in Schools Grant Program in DOE, appropriates $600,000.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Assembly Bill 3882 · Requires public schools to post link to subsidized school meals application, and certain informational videos related to application, in prominent place on Internet website.*

Sent May 4, 2026 · Reported out after 7 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4064 · Exempts school refunding bond issuances from prior Local Finance Board approval under certain circumstances.*

Sent May 4, 2026 · Reported out after 7 days

Senate Bill 4081 · Requires DOE to provide information to school districts on calculation of State aid upon request.

Still in committee since May 4, 2026

Senate Bill 4091 · Clarifies applicability of "School Ethics Act" to personal statements of board members.

Still in committee since May 4, 2026

Senate Bill 4101 · Establishes task force to examine public school programs and services designed to address student mental health.

Still in committee since May 4, 2026

Senate Bill 4102 · Requires school districts to establish procedures for online reporting of harassment, intimidation, and bullying.

Sent May 4, 2026 · Reported out after 150 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 3987 · Requires each school district with middle school or high school to establish food services advisory committee to consider menu options that reflect students' cultural, traditional, and dietary preferences.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3994 · Requires public and nonpublic secondary schools to annually conduct written or verbal substance use screening on all students using a particular screening program.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 4008 · Requires certain school districts to partner with union apprenticeship programs for development of career exploration program.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3883 · Requires boards of education to adopt policy on use of surveillance systems with artificial intelligence capabilities.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3886 · Appropriates $3 million annually to Freedom Schools in New Jersey using funds collected under Social Equity Excise Fee.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3910 · Requires parent or guardian to annually notify school district in writing of intention to home-school child; requires school district to compile and post on district website number of home-schooled children.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3913 · Requires State Board of Education to evaluate historical events for inclusion in New Jersey Student Learning Standards.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3916 · Establishes requirements concerning methods for determining whether student has specific learning disability under federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3917 · Codifies regulations concerning State-excused absences; permits excused absence for students attending military service activities, certain school visits, and open-houses.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3920 · Requires school calendar to include certain days for inclement weather and emergencies.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3928 · Establishes tax credit for portion of qualifying educational expenditures made by taxpayer on behalf of child.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3930 · Provides gross income tax credit for certain homeschooling expenses.

Still in committee since March 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3824 · Requires extraordinary special education aid to school districts for students with costs over $55,000 to be assessed and levied by county in which school district is located.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3868 · Clarifies public school student attendance recording and reporting requirements.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3728 · Requires school districts to maintain supply of nasal rescue medication and oxygen for seizure emergencies; provides for training of designees to administer nasal rescue medication and oxygen when school nurse is not physically present.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3743 · Makes supplemental appropriation of $4.8 million to provide additional operational aid to Jefferson Township Public Schools.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3773 · Requires school programs of virtual or remote instruction to be implemented primarily through use of virtual instructional sessions.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3780 · Permits one-time use of virtual or remote instruction for students attending public school used as polling place on certain election day.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3791 · Establishes New Jersey Community Learning Program in DOE to provide comprehensive extended learning time programs in certain communities; dedicates portion of State cannabis revenue to support program.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3803 · Establishes pilot program to create student mental health assistance programs in selected school districts.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3804 · Establishes five-year community schools pilot program.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Assembly Bill 1323 · Requires boards of education and boards of trustees to adopt policy on use of surveillance systems with artificial intelligence capabilities.*

Still in committee since March 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3715 · Establishes requirements for students engaging in certain bias-related conduct.

Sent March 2, 2026 · Reported out after 91 days

Senate Bill 3642 · Authorizes school districts to establish electric vehicle certification programs.

Still in committee since February 24, 2026

Senate Bill 3645 · Prohibits twice exceptional students from being denied special education and related services due to average academic performance.

Still in committee since February 24, 2026

Senate Bill 3650 · Establishes Autism Education Council.

Still in committee since February 24, 2026

Senate Bill 3693 · Expands limits on use of restraint and seclusion to all students and imposes certain data collection and training requirements on DOE.

Still in committee since February 24, 2026

Senate Bill 3697 · Requires board of education to directly employ certain professionals; permits board of education to contract for certain personnel; permits use of virtual or remote instruction for public school students in certain circumstances.

Still in committee since February 24, 2026

Senate Bill 3566 · Provides deduction from gross income of $500 for full-time educators and paraprofessionals and $350 for part-time educators and paraprofessionals.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3577 · Requires second enrollment count for determining State school aid.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3579 · Provides same military service credit for compensation purposes to noncertificated employees of school districts that is provided to certificated employees under current law.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3596 · Requires legislative approval of State Board of Education rules and regulations; repeals equity regulations.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3597 · Requires boards of education to adopt suicide prevention policies and DOE to establish model suicide prevention policy.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3598 · Directs Commissioner of Education to establish criteria and make recommendations on designation of school districts as SDA districts.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3609 · Requires carbon monoxide detectors in school buildings.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3614 · Clarifies payments for non-resident students enrolled in renaissance school projects.

Sent February 19, 2026 · Reported out after 11 days

Senate Bill 3620 · Makes various changes to school funding law and Educational Adequacy Report; establishes Special Education Funding Review Task Force.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 2962 · Provides seniority service credit to educational support professionals for military service.

Sent February 12, 2026 · Reported out after 88 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 3476 · Establishes mediation process for school ethics complaints.

Still in committee since February 12, 2026

Senate Bill 3382 · Increases EDA bonding limit for State share of school facilities projects of SDA districts and school districts other than SDA districts, subject to voter approval.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3426 · Requires public schools to post link to subsidized school meals application, and certain informational videos related to application, in prominent place on Internet website.*

Sent February 9, 2026 · Reported out after 91 days

Senate Bill 3427 · Allows law enforcement agencies to provide juvenile-family crisis information to principal of juvenile's school for planning programs relevant to juvenile's educational and social development.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3428 · Permits use of preferred names on student diplomas.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3429 · Establishes Office of Community Schools; appropriates $10 million.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3430 · Expands duties of Office of School Bus Safety.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3432 · Establishes timelines for review and approval by Commissioner of Education of annual certified audits submitted by approved private schools for students with disabilities.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3439 · Creates pilot program to fund adult education programs for residents of certain communities.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3440 · Requires certain ratios of school library media specialists to students in public schools.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3442 · Requires upcoming Educational Adequacy Report to include comprehensive review of certain components of school funding in consultation with certain stakeholders and experts.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3453 · Establishes pilot program in DOE to use therapy dogs in public elementary school wellness programs.

Sent February 9, 2026 · Reported out after 91 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 3455 · Establishes "Student Mental Health Task Force."

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3458 · Establishes Commission on Career and Technical Education and creates initiatives that promote career and technical education programs in State.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3462 · Requires high school students to receive financial literacy instruction.

Sent February 9, 2026 · Reported out after 21 days

Senate Bill 3316 · Establishes Military-Connected Student Mental Health Grant Program; appropriates $1 million.

Still in committee since February 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3355 · Revises mileage limit for mandatory school transportation for students in preschool through grade four.

Still in committee since February 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3357 · Requires nonpublic secondary schools and independent institutions of higher education to make payment to school districts for educational costs of students residing in tax-exempt housing upon adoption of resolution by municipal governing body.

Still in committee since February 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3363 · Establishes pilot program in DOE to provide assistive technology to elementary and middle school students with dyslexia and related conditions.

Still in committee since February 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3224 · Prohibits sale and distribution of food and beverages containing non-nutritive sweeteners in public and nonpublic schools.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3238 · Requires Type I school districts and charter schools to establish citizen budget oversight committee to monitor district's or charter school's financial position.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3239 · Clarifies that teachers and professional support staff employed in charter schools and other public schools must meet the same certification requirements.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3240 · Provides that salary and other costs associated with Commissioner of Education's appointment of State monitor and other staff under "School District Fiscal Accountability Act," will be paid by State.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3241 · Requires voter approval at the annual school election or by the board of school estimate prior to the establishment of charter school.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3242 · Makes various changes in the charter school program in regard to student enrollment procedures, charter revocation, and monitoring of charter schools.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3243 · Requires State Board of Education to reduce clinical practice requirements for certain teacher candidates.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3244 · Requires minimum of one school bus aide for every 15 special needs students on school bus.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3245 · Revises high school student financial aid application requirements.

Sent February 2, 2026 · Reported out after 119 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 3246 · Requires each board of education to adopt policy establishing temperature control standards and guidelines for school district facilities.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3247 · Provides that any superintendent salary caps adopted by the commissioner will apply to charter school administrators.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3249 · Authorizes establishment of charter school payment reserve account in school districts.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3288 · Requires DOE to establish program for coaches of school district and nonpublic school athletic activities to obtain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3289 · Directs Commissioner of Education to develop sexual assault prevention training program for high school athletic directors and coaches of interscholastic sports programs.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3290 · Establishes pilot program in DOE to use lockable cell phone pouches in certain public schools; appropriates $500,000.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3291 · Requires school districts to close schools on days of general and primary elections.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3293 · Requires Commissioner of Education to prepare report on learning loss of students with developmental disabilities during COVID-19 public health emergency.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3295 · Requires New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association to adopt policy on use of instant replay in playoff tournament basketball games.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3297 · Requires certain athletic trainers and certain coaches of interscholastic sports, cheerleading and dance programs, and collegiate sports to complete student-athlete eating disorder training program developed by Commissioner of Education.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3299 · Establishes Distraction Free Schools Grant Program; appropriates $2 million.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3301 · Requires school psychologists and school counselors to complete mental health first aid training.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 55 · Prevents State school aid reduction in school districts that experienced decrease in equalized valuation and are located in certain counties.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 56 · Includes value of certain properties exempt from taxation in valuation used to calculate State school aid.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 64 · Provides that school districts spending below adequacy will not be subject to certain State school aid reductions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 66 · Requires DOE to release to school district upon request data and software program algorithms used to calculate State school aid.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 67 · Requires school districts to provide instruction on the dangers of texting while driving as part of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 70 · Prohibits requiring students to wear face masks in schools and on school buses.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 115 · Establishes three-year nonpublic school pupil transportation pilot program in Ocean County to provide funding to county consortium of nonpublic schools that will assume responsibility for mandated nonpublic school busing.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 116 · Requires State aid reduction to municipalities and school districts by amount of accumulated absences paid to employees upon their retirement.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 123 · Requires each public school to post on website comprehensive list of all resources available in school library.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 127 · Requires members of State Board of Education to attend meetings in person to be recorded as present.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 151 · Requires all students enrolled in grades six through 12 to have certain physical examination that includes cardiac component.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 155 · Permits school bus driver to administer epinephrine to student in emergency under certain circumstances.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days

Senate Bill 170 · Requires Commissioner of Education to recommend dates for spring break in school districts.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 139 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 175 · Establishes Anti-Bullying Commission and Anti-Bullying Youth Council in DOE.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 261 days

Senate Bill 187 · Ensures no school district receives State school aid reduction greater than five percent.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 194 · Modifies method of allocating State aid for providing auxiliary and remedial services to nonpublic school students.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 199 · Requires Commissioner of Education and Local Finance Board approval for certain board of education leases exceeding 20 years; authorizes boards to enter into 20-year lease purchase agreements for improvements or additions to school buildings.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 235 · Establishes Extended School Day and School Year Study Commission.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 239 · Eliminates use of standardized assessments as measure of student growth or progress in evaluations of teachers, principals, assistant principals, and vice-principals.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 240 · Requires full-day kindergarten in all school districts and establishes uniform age requirement for enrollment in kindergarten.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 244 · Establishes three-year pilot program in DOE to support school district programs to increase length of school day or school year.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 247 · Eliminates high school graduation proficiency test.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 253 · Broadens definition of "harassment, intimidation, or bullying" in Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 261 days

Senate Bill 268 · Directs Commissioner of Education to establish three-year pilot program to increase reading levels of certain students; appropriates $1 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 280 · Lowers age requirement of compulsory school attendance from six to five years old.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 294 · Requires certain school districts and DOE to address chronic absenteeism.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 328 · Increases sending district representation on receiving district's board of education in certain circumstances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 335 · Prohibits State Board of Education from requiring student growth objectives to evaluate teachers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 347 · Requires Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery-Armed Forces Qualifying Test to be offered as alternative assessment for high school graduation proficiency test requirement.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 370 · Requires public schools to provide age-appropriate information to students in grades nine through 12 on United States military and veterans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 371 · Establishes "The CAMPUS Act: Combating Antisemitism to Mitigate Prejudice in Universities and Schools"; addresses instruction on antisemitism and antisemitic harassment, intimidation, and bullying in public schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 486 · Requires written notification of advanced placement courses to parents of students with disability; prohibits exclusion from advanced placement courses on basis of disability.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 490 · "S2 Appropriations Rescue Act"; appropriates $106.5 million to provide Emergency Supplemental Aid to certain school districts, including districts negatively impacted by effects of P.L.2018, c.67.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 501 · Permits member of New Jersey National Guard to transfer certain tuition benefit to spouse or dependent child.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 502 · Establishes one-time grant program to support implementation of free, full-day kindergarten programs in certain school districts; appropriates $5 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 505 · Directs Attorney General to provide annual training to public and nonpublic school students and staff on roles and responsibilities before, during, and after school emergencies.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 506 · Requires public school student with concussion to be evaluated by physician or other licensed health care provider before return to school and return to physical activity at school.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 524 · Expands school breakfast program to all schools with five percent or more of students eligible for free or reduced price meals.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 534 · Requires New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association to require criminal history records check for person to serve as official at athletic events sanctioned by association.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 537 · "The Smarter Lunchroom Act;" promotes healthy food choices in school cafeterias.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 543 · Establishes "School Bus Safety and Child Protection Act," requires periodic criminal background checks for certain school employees; and prohibits interference with school bus monitoring devices.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 550 · Prohibits distribution to students of literature that promotes, favors, or opposes candidacy of any candidate for election at any general, municipal, or school election.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 555 · Provides that required instruction on sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention in grades preschool through 12 include content on Internet safety and dangers of online predators.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 556 · Establishes school breakfast kiosk pilot program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 569 · Establishes County-Based School Security Pilot Program in DOE; appropriates $15 million.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 118 days

Senate Bill 579 · Provides gross income tax deduction to eligible educators and paraprofessionals for expense of classroom supplies.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 588 · Requires school districts to observe Veterans Day as school holiday.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 621 · Requires school districts to include environmental sustainability plan in long-range facilities plan.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 706 · Clarifies criminal history record check requirements for workers conducting construction or public works activities in school buildings; requires school district to update visitor policy.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 719 · Allows school district to appoint certain specialists to provide school security services to schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 741 · Requires child in home education program and parents to meet annually with representative of resident school district.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 759 · Requires under certain circumstances development by certified school nurse of individualized health care plan and individualized emergency health care plan for student with life-threatening allergies or anaphylaxis.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 762 · Establishes pilot program in which certain selected school districts equip school buses with global positioning systems and DOE develops school bus tracking application.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 771 · Eliminates requirement to submit sales tax exemption form for textbook purchases.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 776 · Requires school districts to provide information on free application for federal student aid to students in grades 11 and 12.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 779 · Requires students to complete free application for federal student aid as part of high school graduation requirements or request an exemption.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 786 · Requires school districts to provide instruction on water safety as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards for Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 796 · Permits public and nonpublic schools to utilize security categorical aid to hire school security personnel.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 799 · Permits eligible high school students to take certain courses at county college.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 849 · Requires school districts to allow home-schooled students to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities in student's resident district.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 854 · Provides that public school parent who objects to learning material or activity that parent considers harmful may receive voucher from school district to enroll student in nonpublic school.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 856 · "Fairness in Women's Sports Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 874 · Requires school districts to receive written permission from parent or legal guardian before administering certain student health surveys.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 893 · Requires legislative approval of updates or revisions to core curriculum content.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 908 · Establishes "New Jersey Works Dual Enrollment Option Program."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 914 · Establishes Elementary Student Literacy Task Force.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 922 · "Protecting Students from Obscene Material in School Libraries Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 924 · Establishes Skilled Trades Career Exploration Pilot Program; appropriates $5 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 925 · Requires Commissioner of Education to submit report on SDA district designation.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 932 · Prohibits teaching of critical race theory in public schools; prohibits public school teachers from engaging in political, ideological, or religious advocacy in classroom.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 943 · Repeals law that requires diversity and inclusion instruction for public school students in grades kindergarten through 12.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 946 · "NJ Healthy Schools Act"; prohibits sale and distribution of ultraprocessed foods in schools participating in federally funded or assisted meal programs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 981 · Permits board of education to accept donations for purpose of providing property tax relief.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1003 · Clarifies circumstances in which school board member may participate in volunteer activities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1004 · Permits school districts to employ safe schools resource officers or Class Three special law enforcement officers for security purposes, and requires school districts to have agreement with local law enforcement governing placement of school security personnel.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1005 · Requires anti-bullying policy of public schools to include provision requiring principal to make preliminary determination and meet with parents of students involved in alleged bullying incident for that determination; extends time for investigating incident.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1007 · Mandates additional requirements for anti-bullying policies of public schools, expands information provided in DOE guidance document on bullying, and requires parents be provided clear explanation of student rights in school bullying investigations.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1027 · "Opportunity Scholarship Act"; establishes pilot program in Department of Treasury providing tax credits to taxpayers contributing to scholarships for low-income children.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1044 · Requires school districts to include instruction on risks associated with social media and cell phone addiction in grades 6 through 12.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1070 · Requires video camera on certain school buses with crossing control arms.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1071 · Permits charter school to limit admission to single gender, students at-risk of academic failure, students with disabilities, or English language learners.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1099 · Establishes "breakfast after the bell" incentive fund.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1106 · Establishes "STEM Curriculum Grant Program" for certain school districts; makes appropriation.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days

Senate Bill 1123 · Requires portable anti-choking devices be placed in schools.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days

Senate Bill 1135 · Requires institutions of higher education and government employers to provide certain students and employees with information about Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1136 · Requires public schools, and nonpublic schools which receive federal funding, to provide students with information on rights afforded under Title IX, and provide contact information for Title IX coordinator.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1139 · Establishes "Parents Bill of Rights Act"; prohibits school district from interfering with fundamental right of parent or guardian to engage in and direct student's education; permits opt-out of school district curriculum.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1146 · Allows gross income tax deduction for up to $1,200 of unreimbursed expenses incurred by eligible educators for purchase of classroom supplies.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1156 · Requires school districts to let nonpublic school students participate in district high school interscholastic athletics.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1157 · Establishes student-athlete mental health specialists in school districts and public institutions of higher education; creates student-athlete mental health registry; makes appropriation.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1166 · Permits virtual or remote instruction for public schools used as polling places on election days.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1169 · Requires DOE to collect and publish data on use of restraints and seclusion on students with disabilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1180 · Establishes Special Education Transportation Task Force.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 1182 · Concerns policies governing student use of cell phones and social media platforms in public schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1203 · Requires DOE and DCF to establish online reporting systems for schools and child care centers to report lead testing results.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1228 · Requires public schools to develop policy for administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagas nerve stimulators for students with seizure disorder on emergent basis.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1258 · Provides additional State school aid to school districts experiencing enrollment increases due to conversion of age-restricted housing developments to non-restricted developments.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1328 · Provides three-year phase-in of full funding of extraordinary special education State aid.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1329 · Provides for direct State payment of cost of special education and related services for certain students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1330 · Requires board of education to publicly post full meeting agenda 48 hours prior to meeting.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1331 · Requires public schools to post curriculum plans online; requires school districts to make textbooks or other materials used in implementing curriculum plans available for inspection by parents and legal guardians.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1335 · Removes diversity and inclusion instruction requirements for students in grades kindergarten through eight.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1340 · Requires Commissioner of Education to develop guidance on accommodations for certain students fasting for religious or medical reasons.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 118 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 1342 · Eliminates State residency requirement for mathematics and science public school teachers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1343 · Permits students to be eligible for high school graduation credits in career readiness or career, and technical education for completing county fire academy course under certain circumstances.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 1368 · Alters procedure for reimbursing nurses who provide nonpublic school nursing services in certain circumstances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1374 · Requires local boards of education to employ certain number of school psychologists.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days

Senate Bill 1375 · Establishes Train the Trainer Program for Student Wellbeing in DOE; appropriates $1 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1376 · Requires public schools that offer student psychological services to offer remote sessions.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days

Senate Bill 1377 · Provides that public school used as polling place shall not be open for classes on day of election.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1392 · Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million from Property Tax Relief Fund to DOE to support Pantoliano-DePass school based mentoring pilot program in certain Bergen County school districts.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1483 · Provides that State pay high school equivalency exam fees for low-income individuals.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1512 · Permits jointure commission to provide transportation services on school buses it owns or leases to local school districts without public bidding.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1518 · Requires Office of School Facilities in DOE to establish program to replace roofs and HVAC systems in certain school buildings; appropriates $500 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1552 · Reestablishes senior citizen supplemental stabilization aid.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1565 · Requires schools to report certain assaults to law enforcement.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1570 · Establishes State aid reduction cap of one percent for calculation of State school aid.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1577 · Permits school districts to receive loans from State to support operating budget under certain circumstances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1579 · Provides supplemental appropriation to ensure certain school districts receive additional amounts of special education categorical, security categorical, and transportation aids.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1585 · Reinstates annual sales tax holiday for retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials, and sport or recreation equipment.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1588 · Establishes annual sales tax holiday for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1592 · Prohibits school districts and public institutions of higher education from adopting policies that bar military members or veterans from addressing students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1593 · Requires school district to allow graduating student to wear military sash while participating in high school graduation ceremony.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1639 · Establishes project-based learning pilot program in DOE.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1674 · Prohibits contracts for procurement and licensing of electronic literary materials from including certain provisions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1676 · Requires schools with school lunch programs to offer at least one plant-based meal as part of regular lunch service.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1685 · Restricts Commissioner of Education's authority to reject school district's budget proposal.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1687 · Requires Type II school district without board of school estimate holding its school election in November to receive voter approval of base budget.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1701 · Requires legislative approval of changes to core curriculum content standards and Statewide assessments.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1727 · Requires school districts to allow students receiving equivalent instruction elsewhere than at school to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities in student's resident district.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1728 · "Parents' Bill of Rights Act"; requires public school and school district provide certain information to parents and guardians and obtain parental consent prior to taking certain actions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1742 · Establishes grant program for school districts to establish substance abuse prevention programs for eighth grade students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1746 · Requires mental health evaluations for school bus drivers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1767 · Eliminates use of census-based funding of special education aid in school funding law.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 118 days

Senate Bill 1773 · Requires school report card to include information about placement of graduates, including apprenticeships.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 48 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 1793 · Establishes Sports Equipment Equity Pilot Program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1798 · Establishes Public Education Innovation Fund; provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits to businesses for making qualified education donations.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1819 · Requires nonpublic school to forward student discipline records of students who transfer to public school.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 139 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 1866 · Provides that in certain cases vacancy in membership of board of education of limited purpose regional school district will be filled by majority vote of board of education of constituent district represented by former board member.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1881 · Eliminates requirement for public school employees to maintain State residency.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1882 · Requires State Board of Education meetings to be accessible virtually and in person.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1953 · Requires exterior exit doors in school buildings to remain unlocked from egress side and locked from access side at all times.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1957 · Prohibits teaching staff members from inputting information and conversations regarding individually identifiable health information into third party software applications managed by entities engaging in partisan political activity.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1962 · Directs State Board of Education to rescind New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education and directs boards of education to establish Parental Advisory Committees and adopt standards for health instruction.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1967 · Establishes "COVID-19 Learning Loss Study Commission."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1968 · Requires parental consent for student to participate in health, family life education, or sex education program and provides parents with access to certain public school curricula.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1971 · Requires State Board of Education to provide five days' notice of public meeting and permit public comment on agenda items of public meeting.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1975 · Provides Supplemental Transportation Growth Aid for school districts in 2023-2024 school year; appropriates $31.6 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1982 · "Fentanyl and Xylazine Poisoning Awareness Act"; requires school districts to provide instruction on dangers of fentanyl and xylazine.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 1984 · Designates September 11 of each year "September 11 Remembrance Day."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1985 · Requires State Police to maintain 24-hour hotline for receiving anonymous tips regarding potential threats to school safety and security.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1992 · Requires certain employees and candidates for public school employment or service and youth camp employees to undergo child abuse record information check.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1994 · Establishes "Students with Communication Disabilities' Bill of Rights."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1998 · Directs Secretary of Higher Education to conduct study to determine extent and cause of outmigration of high school graduates to out-of-State colleges.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2014 · Establishes school district grant program in DOE to reimburse public school teachers for classroom material expenditures.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2020 · Establishes New Jersey Grow Your Own Teacher Pilot Program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2022 · Provides that certain sending school districts will continue to have representation on certain receiving boards of education despite decreases in enrollment numbers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2026 · Exempts from "Sales and Use Tax Act" certain retail sales of computers and school supplies; allows $500 gross income tax deduction to teachers purchasing school supplies for classroom use.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2030 · Establishes Elementary Home Reading Grant Program; appropriates $500,000 to DOE from federal funds.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2049 · Establishes pilot program to study feasibility of regionalization of certain school districts; appropriates $150,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2051 · Establishes the "School District Shared Services Task Force."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2100 · Directs Commissioner of Education to study curriculum requirements for geography education in high school.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2101 · Requires school districts to provide for the safe operation of electrically operated partitions in classrooms or other school facilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2104 · Extends requirements on use of restraint and seclusion to all students; requires immediate parental notification; requires DOE to collect and report data regarding use of restraint and seclusion on students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2113 · Requires adoption of anti-nepotism policies by school districts and charter schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2117 · Requires school districts take certain actions to increase participation in free or reduced priced meal programs; prohibits shaming students with school meal bills in arrears; prohibits certain district actions in collecting unpaid school meal fees.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2169 · Requires DOE to establish comprehensive searchable website concerning educational programs and resources available to special education students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2188 · Expands category of nonresident children who school district may enroll without payment of tuition.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2190 · Revises certain requirements concerning graduation proficiency test and eliminates requirement that graduation proficiency test be administered to eleventh grade students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2193 · Requires school districts to employ at least one certified nutrition specialist, registered dietitian, or registered dietitian nutritionist.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2196 · Requires DOE to maintain list of textbook vendors that use inclusive material and school districts to use textbooks from those vendors.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2204 · Provides supplemental appropriation of $20 million for loan redemption program and tuition reimbursement program for certain teachers of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2205 · Eliminates requirement for State residency of public school employees for period of three years.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2217 · Establishes "Summer Earn and Learn Pilot Program."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2221 · Requires certain officers of education organizations to sign acknowledgement and undergo training concerning duties to report child abuse.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2225 · Establishes summer transition pilot program for rising kindergarten students who meet certain criteria.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2226 · Requires young children entering public schools or Head Start Programs for first time to have comprehensive eye examination completed.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2227 · Requires public schools to offer or expand summer school programs to students.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2228 · Establishes Department of Early Childhood.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2229 · Requires school district to provide majority of preschool pupil placements at licensed child care provider programs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2233 · Establishes emergency teacher endorsements in certain circumstances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2238 · Directs State Board of Education to authorize issuance of new endorsements in certain fields.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2239 · Requires DOE to develop credential to introduce teachers to culturally responsive teaching practices, characteristics, and methods.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2282 · Establishes task force to examine issues and make recommendations concerning youth sports, including abusive coaching, confrontational parents, and bullying of players.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2320 · Establishes Jersey Strong Public Service Scholarship Program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2343 · Designates May of each year as "Water Safety Month" in NJ; encourages DOE to provide resources on water safety.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2410 · Establishes Mental Health Awareness Pilot Program in DOE.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2440 · Establishes hiring preference for veterans for teaching positions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2447 · Requires school bus drivers to submit to biannual testing for drugs and alcohol.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2452 · "Safer Students Act"; requires school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, contracted service providers, and institutions of higher education to review employment history of prospective employee for allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2456 · Requires school bus drivers and school bus aides to call 911 emergency line in potential life-threatening emergencies; requires certain school buses transporting students with disabilities to be equipped with certain safety features.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 118 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 2459 · Requires school districts to include information on events of September 11, 2001 as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies; requires public schools to hold annual events commemorating September 11, 2001.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2486 · Establishes teacher recruitment grant program in DOE; appropriates $6 million to DOE.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2504 · Requires school districts to incorporate age-appropriate instruction on menstrual toxic shock syndrome and requires installation of signage in certain women's rooms to enhance public awareness of menstrual toxic shock syndrome.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2523 · Requires that in-service training for school employees on safety and security include component on behavioral threat assessment.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2524 · Requires Commissioner of Education to review school safety and security plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2525 · Requires Police Training Commission to adopt training course on school emergency response.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2529 · Requires school districts to institute policies to improve emergency communications to increase school security.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2552 · Permits public high school student-athletes to opt out of physical education during their athletic seasons.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2557 · Requires school district capital project referendums to be voted on at primary or general elections, or certain municipal or special elections.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2582 · Establishes Grow Your Own Teacher Loan Redemption Program in Higher Education Student Assistance Authority.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2590 · Requires Commissioner of Education to receive approval from State Board of Education prior to imposing new standardized assessment requirement on public schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2591 · Establishes High Efficiency Accelerated Learning Grant Program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2597 · Establishes four-year Career and Technical Education Partnership Grant Program.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 261 days

Senate Bill 2598 · Establishes requirements for removal of students from public school pending mental health clearance.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2603 · Provides sales and use tax exemption for sales of books at school book fairs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2607 · Requires Commissioner of Education to establish matching grant program for certain school districts and schools using federal funds to increase instructional time and accelerate learning.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2613 · Revises law requiring school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers to review employment history of prospective employee for allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2620 · Requires State to bear partial cost of transportation of certain homeless students to school.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 118 days

Senate Bill 2627 · Establishes Advisory Commission on Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity and Inclusion in Schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2639 · Permits nursing services in nonpublic schools to be delivered by licensed medical professionals, including licensed practical nurses.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2640 · Establishes various requirements for charter schools, charter school board of trustees members, and charter management organizations.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 2643 · Concerns charter school enrollment, student placements, reporting, and athletics.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 2646 · Requires executive county superintendent of schools to establish consolidation plan to combine school districts in county into regional school districts.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2650 · Requires Commissioner of Education to take certain action concerning preliminary State school aid notices and school district budgets and creates New Jersey Education Funding Portal; modifies certain provisions in school funding law.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2654 · Requires school districts to provide instruction on interacting with law enforcement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2684 · Prohibits banning and restricting access to books in public libraries.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2685 · Requires school districts to provide instruction on menstrual health and hygiene as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2686 · Establishes Safe Remote Learning Program in DOE to support provision of remote instruction facilities by public schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2717 · Revises requirements for proceedings concerning nonrenewal of nontenured staff members of district boards of education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2758 · Provides supplemental transportation aid to certain districts participating in interdistrict public school choice program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2793 · Establishes three-year pilot program for school-based mentoring in public schools located within 1,000 feet of gunfire.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2794 · Provides for voluntary contributions by taxpayers on gross income tax returns to State aid for public schools.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2795 · Prohibits school district from denying admittance to student due to tardiness or violation of dress code or school uniform policy.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2797 · Requires instruction on cursive handwriting in public school curriculum.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 2807 · Establishes New Jersey Community Learning Program in DOE to provide comprehensive after school programs in certain communities; dedicates portion of State cannabis revenue to support program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2822 · Requires Commissioner of Education to develop emergency notification system to alert students and staff of active shooter on school grounds.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2823 · Requires certain libraries to provide free menstrual hygiene products and requires State to pay costs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2828 · Requires local boards of education to employ certain number of staff with expertise in student mental health.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2829 · Requires candidate for teacher certification to complete course or training on anti-racism in education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2830 · Requires local boards of education to employ at least one school social worker per school.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2833 · Establishes task force to examine school discipline practices including racial disparities and effectiveness.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2846 · Establishes two-generational school readiness and workforce development pilot program for certain low-income households.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2847 · Establishes "New Jersey Out-of-School Time Advisory Commission" to review before-school, after-school, and summer programs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2854 · Requires development of educational fact sheet on water safety for public and nonpublic schools; requires DOE to maintain list of locations providing swim lessons.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 2862 · Requires school districts to provide instruction on artificial intelligence; requires Secretary of Higher Education to develop artificial intelligence model curricula.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2868 · Requires school districts receiving preschool education aid to establish mixed delivery system for preschool education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2872 · Requires key boxes at public school buildings with certain expectations; permits reimbursement of costs related to key box installation.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2879 · Establishes "School Finance Reform Commission."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2905 · Requires high schools to offer computer science course.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2907 · Requires DOE to develop transition checklist for students with disabilities; requires DOE to maintain information on website concerning transition resources.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2911 · "School Property Tax Relief Trust Fund Act"; appropriates $2 billion.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2912 · Requires instruction on voting in curriculum of students in grade 12 as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 139 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 2927 · Requires certain boards of education to select minimum number of financial institutions or pension management organizations to provide tax sheltered annuity plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2947 · Permits SDA districts to receive State debt service aid for eligible costs of certain school facilities projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2963 · Establishes public awareness campaign on dangers of social media use to minors; appropriates $500,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2971 · Establishes method for appointing and electing board of education members of certain school districts.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2986 · Requires school districts to provide instruction on bleed control as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3015 · Requires public and nonpublic school athletic coaches to obtain certification in automated external defibrillator operation and first aid; updates requirements of emergency action plan for sports-related injury.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3041 · Establishes measures to provide employment stability for high school coaches employed in school districts.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3043 · Directs Commissioner of Education to develop sensitivity training program for high school athletic directors, coaches, and sports officials of interscholastic athletic sports programs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3044 · Prohibits certain school districts under State intervention from leasing building if purchase price would be less than total costs of lease.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3047 · Requires school districts to maintain and pay premiums for student accident insurance.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3065 · Requires reporting and investigation of alleged incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence at institutions of higher education and requires institutions to provide employee training on such reports.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3074 · Assigns financial responsibility of educating homeless student to district of attendance.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3081 · Establishes program in DOE to support school districts in developing grow-your-own programs for hiring of teachers of students with disabilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3082 · Creates advisory council to oversee revision of New Jersey Student Learning Standards.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3086 · Requires board of education to provide an individual textbook for each student enrolled in class.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3087 · Eliminates partial and full State intervention under New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3091 · Requires executive county superintendent to distribute funds to each public school located in county for purchase of tourniquets and requires training on tourniquet use; appropriates up to $500,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3092 · Requires certain school districts to hold annual, multi-day program on bullying prevention and intervention.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3115 · Permits certain noncitizen teachers to be eligible for tenure.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3122 · Establishes "New Jersey STEM Scholars Grant Pilot Program" in Department of Education.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3129 · Establishes Co-Curricular Activity Emergency Grant Program to support operations of co-curricular activities at public schools; appropriates $750,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026