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NJ S1335
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Pennacchio
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AI Summary
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Amends P.L.2021, c.32 to restrict mandatory diversity and inclusion instruction from grades K-12 to grades 9-12 only, eliminating the requirement for kindergarten through 8th grade students
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Removes the requirement that diversity and inclusion curriculum examine "unconscious bias" and its impact at individual and societal levels
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Retains instruction requirements covering economic diversity, equity, inclusion, tolerance, gender and sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, disabilities, and religious tolerance for high school students
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Maintains the Commissioner of Education's responsibility to provide sample learning activities and resources for diversity and inclusion instruction
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Removes diversity and inclusion instruction requirements for students in grades kindergarten through eight.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026