Establishes task force to examine school discipline practices including racial disparities and effectiveness.

This bill establishes a 10-member task force to examine school discipline policies in New Jersey public schools, specifically focusing on racial disparities in how discipline is applied and the effectiveness of current practices. The task force includes the Commissioner of Education, seven members appointed by the Governor (representing school boards, teachers, administrators, and public experts), and two public members appointed by legislative leaders. It will study racial impacts on suspensions/expulsions (including preschool), evaluate safety outcomes, review federal guidance on equitable discipline, and identify best practices. The task force must issue a final report with recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within 12 months of forming.