NJ S2849

Establishes the Autism Education Council within the Department of Education, consisting of 7 members including the Commissioner of Education, 2 public school teachers with Master's degrees and Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification, and representatives from 4 autism advocacy organizations

Creates a 5-member Educational Advisory Committee to recommend grants for improving public school autism services, including one special education director and two teacher preparation program leaders

Authorizes grants to public school districts and higher education institutions for professional development, hiring paraprofessionals, and supplemental services such as after-school socialization programs, recreation, and transitional planning

Requires $10 million annual appropriations from Fiscal Year 2025 through Fiscal Year 2033, with at least $9.6 million of each annual allocation dedicated to grant funding

Mandates annual reporting to the Governor, Legislature, and school districts on grant distribution, including the number, amount, recipient, purpose, and impact of each grant