A2520

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

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2520 mandates annual multi-day bullying prevention programs for school districts with grades four through twelve.

New Jersey A2520 requires school districts with grades four through twelve to hold an annual multi-day program focused on bullying prevention and intervention. The program must span three to five days and include age-appropriate educational sessions for students and staff. Districts can contract with third-party organizations for program facilitation and apply for grants from the "Bullying Prevention Fund" if resources are insufficient. The Commissioner of Education can withhold state aid for non-compliance.

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Education Committee
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee