NJ A4108

Public school students over age 14 may receive excused absences on general election day for participating in volunteer election-related activities, with required documentation including supervisor signature and activity description.

Eligible activities include observing polling or canvassing, participating in simulated voting, assisting with voter transportation, or other board-approved activities organized by nonprofits, schools, or educators.

Activities must be nonpartisan and not benefit specific political parties, with student compensation or reimbursement capped at $100.

Boards of education may deny excused absences for students whose academic achievement falls below board-established thresholds.

Students engaged in these election activities are explicitly permitted to be present at polling places without violating electioneering or loitering prohibitions.