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NJ S2166
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Ruiz
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AI Summary
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School districts must employ at least one certified nutrition specialist, registered dietitian, or registered dietitian nutritionist on a full-time or part-time basis
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Qualified professionals include those certified by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists or registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
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The requirement takes effect on the first day of the third school year following enactment
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The bill is sponsored by Senators M. Teresa Ruiz (District 29) and Nellie Pou (District 35), with co-sponsorship from Senator McKnight
Legislative Description
Requires school districts to employ at least one certified nutrition specialist, registered dietitian, or registered dietitian nutritionist.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/9/2024