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NJ S578
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jon Bramnick
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AI Summary
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Requires that students involved in alleged bullying incidents cannot be interviewed by school personnel without parents being given the opportunity to be present
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Mandates principals use conflict resolution techniques with involved students before initiating a formal investigation, and make a preliminary determination whether the incident qualifies as harassment, intimidation, or bullying under law
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Extends the investigation completion deadline from 10 school days to 30 school days from the date of the written incident report
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Requires parents receive copies of all written records produced during investigations, including emails, letters, and text messages, in addition to existing information requirements
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Expands the Department of Education guidance document to include clarification of how bullying disrupts school operations and a clear explanation of rights for both alleged victims and accused students, which must be distributed annually to parents
Legislative Description
Mandates additional requirements for anti-bullying policies of public schools, expands information provided in DOE guidance document on bullying, and requires parents be provided clear explanation of student rights in school bullying investigations.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/9/2024