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NJ S1007
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jon Bramnick
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AI Summary
- Requires schools to offer parents the opportunity to be present when their child is interviewed during a bullying investigation
- Mandates principals use conflict resolution techniques before initiating formal bullying investigations, and make a preliminary determination that an incident qualifies as harassment, intimidation, or bullying under state law
- Extends the investigation timeline from 10 school days to 30 school days to accommodate the new conflict resolution requirements
- Requires parents receive copies of all written records from bullying investigations, including emails, letters, and text messages
- Directs the Department of Education to add student rights explanations to its bullying guidance document and requires school districts to distribute this information 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
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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