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NJ S1377
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Lagana
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AI Summary
- Public schools used as polling places on election days must close to students and not hold classes
- School boards may use election days for in-service training or professional development for teaching staff
- The requirement applies to any election when a public school serves as a polling location
- The stated purpose is ensuring student safety when increased numbers of members of the general public enter school grounds
- Sponsored by Senators Lagana (District 38, Bergen) and Beach (District 6, Burlington and Camden) in the New Jersey 222nd Legislature
Legislative Description
Provides that public school used as polling place shall not be open for classes on day of election.
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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