Clarifies applicability of "School Ethics Act" to personal statements of board members.
This bill clarifies that New Jersey's School Ethics Act does not prevent school board members from speaking about matters of public concern, including school-related issues. Specifically, it ensures that board members can express their views through various channels, such as social media, without violating ethical codes. The legislation directly affects members of local school boards by explicitly protecting their right to speak on public topics. It amends existing statutes to remove any ambiguity regarding these speech protections and takes effect immediately upon passage.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 4, 2026
Last action May 4, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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Raj Mukherji
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