A3909

"Illicit Opioid Supply Substances Poisoning Awareness Act"; requires school districts to provide instruction on dangers of illicit opioid substances.

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New Jersey A3909 mandates school districts to teach students in grades six through twelve about the dangers of fentanyl and xylazine.

New Jersey A3909, known as "Max’s Law," requires school districts to incorporate instruction on the dangers of fentanyl and xylazine into the curriculum for students in grades six through twelve. The instruction must include information on fentanyl and xylazine abuse prevention, awareness of poisoning symptoms, emergency response, and laws protecting individuals who report drug use or seek treatment. The Department of Education must provide age-appropriate resources and post related information on its website.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jan 8

12:00 PM

Senate Budget and Appropriations Hearing

Dec 18, 2025

10:00 AM

Assembly Education Hearing

History

Jan 17

Assembly

Approved P.L.2025, c.278.

Jan 12

Senate

Substituted for S2818 (2R)

Jan 12

Senate

Passed by the Senate (39-0)