S.4413

Establishes School-based Partnerships for Access and Resilience for Kids program in DCF; requires school districts to develop mental health support and partnership programs.

Final Passage·6/30/26

New Jersey S4413 establishes the School-Based Partnerships for Access and Resilience for Kids (SPARK) program to support student mental health.

New Jersey S4413 establishes the School-Based Partnerships for Access and Resilience for Kids (SPARK) program within the Department of Children and Families. The program, operated by the New Jersey Pediatric Psychiatry Collaborative, aims to connect students with mental health needs to community-based services. School districts, charter schools, and renaissance school projects must develop mental health support programs, including staff or partnerships with mental health providers. SPARK services include psychiatric consultation, referrals, and behavioral health navigation.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 0–0 · Jun 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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10
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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6 Nay

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3 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jun 28

7:00 PM

Senate Budget and Appropriations Hearing

Jun 24

1:00 PM

Senate Budget and Appropriations Hearing

History

Jun 30

Senate

Passed by the Senate (31-6)

Jun 30

Assembly

Received in the Assembly without Reference, 2nd Reading

Jun 30

Assembly

Substituted for A5235 (2R)