S 3650 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes Autism Education Council.

S 3650 establishes the Autism Education Council within New Jersey's Department of Education to address educational needs for autistic students. The council, composed of seven members including the Education Commissioner, two qualified teachers (with specific certifications and experience), and representatives from parent and advocacy groups, will develop strategies to expand autism education services and workforce capacity. It requires the council to meet at least six times annually and will provide recommendations to improve public school support for students with autism spectrum disorders. This bill directly affects autistic students, their families, and school districts across New Jersey by creating a dedicated body to coordinate autism education resources.
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Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Last action Feb 24, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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