Requires Commissioner of Education to review school safety and security plans.
This bill requires all New Jersey school districts to submit their current school safety and security plans to the Commissioner of Education within six months of the law's effective date. The Commissioner will review each plan against specific criteria, including emergency notification procedures, active shooter protocols, bullying prevention policies, and building access controls. After review, the Commissioner must provide each school district with a written report identifying weaknesses and suggesting solutions. Within three years, the Commissioner will also submit a statewide summary report to the Governor and Legislature, aggregating findings without disclosing individual district details. The bill mandates this process for all districts, replacing the current voluntary review system.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
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