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NJ S714
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Renee Burgess
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AI Summary
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Students enrolled in school districts who experience symptoms of menstrual disorders (including dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, menorrhagia, and polycystic ovary syndrome) may attend school virtually or remotely instead of in person
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Parents or guardians must submit a written request for accommodation no later than the start of the school day when the accommodation is needed, along with any medical documentation the school principal deems necessary
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Virtual or remote instruction days for menstrual disorder symptoms count as full days of school attendance for graduation requirements and course credit purposes
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The Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Commissioner of Health, must provide school districts with criteria for defining authorized virtual or remote instruction days related to menstrual disorders
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The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Permits students experiencing menstrual disorder to attend school remotely.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/9/2024