S.954

Requires school districts to close schools on days of general and primary elections.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S954 mandates school closures on general and primary election days.

New Jersey S954 requires boards of education to close schools on the days of general and primary elections. This change mandates a closure on these specific days, overriding any prior discretion boards had in setting the school calendar. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee