S.1359

Prohibits institutions of higher education from requiring students to receive COVID-19 vaccination.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1359 prohibits higher education institutions from mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for students.

New Jersey S1359, known as the “COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Prohibition Act for Higher Education,” prohibits institutions of higher education from requiring students to receive a COVID-19 vaccination or present evidence of vaccination as a condition for enrollment, course attendance, or participation in any institution-sponsored program. This act aims to ensure that students are not mandated to receive the COVID-19 vaccine to continue their education or engage in related activities.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Eduction Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee