S.908

Requires portable anti-choking devices be placed in schools.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S908 mandates portable anti-choking devices in schools and training for staff.

New Jersey S908 requires public and nonpublic schools to have portable anti-choking devices available in cafeterias, school nurse offices, and other similar locations. These devices, registered with the FDA, must be placed in easily accessible spots during school hours and events. The bill mandates training for school nurses and employees in airway management and device use. The Department of Education will reimburse schools for implementation costs and provide annual training opportunities.

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Where it stands

Current
Budget and Appropriations Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Education Committee: Reported Favorably

5 Yea

DRRDD

0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 17, 2025

10:00 AM

Senate Education Hearing

History

Mar 17, 2025

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading

Mar 17, 2025

Senate

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee