A 4503 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Extends requirements on use of restraint and seclusion to all students; requires immediate parental notification; requires DOE to collect and report data regarding use of restraint and seclusion on students.

This bill extends New Jersey's restrictions on physical restraint and seclusion in schools to cover all students, not just those with disabilities. It requires schools to immediately notify parents by phone or email when these techniques are used and provide a written report within 48 hours. The Department of Education must annually collect and publish data on restraint and seclusion use, disaggregated by county, race, gender, and age, to promote transparency and accountability. These changes apply to all public school districts and educational services commissions across the state.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jun 2024
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Introduced Jun 6, 2024 Last action Jun 6, 2024
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Jun 6, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
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