Clarifies policy analysis and development under "Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act"; strengthens investigations; amends definition of harassment, intimidation, and bullying; and allows anti-bullying specialists to receive remuneration.

This bill amends New Jersey's Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act to clarify definitions and strengthen school responses to harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB). It updates the definition to explicitly include gender identity/expression and add new protections, while creating a tiered system for student consequences (counseling for first incidents, intervention plans for repeat offenses). Schools must now follow stricter reporting procedures, including written reports within two days and allowing anonymous reports (though disciplinary action requires non-anonymous evidence). The bill also permits anti-bullying specialists to receive paid compensation for their work. The bill is currently pending in the Assembly Education Committee (introduced January 13, 2026).