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NJ S151
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Diegnan
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AI Summary
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Requires all students in grades 6-12 in New Jersey public and nonpublic schools to undergo a physical examination using the "Preparticipation Physical Evaluation" form, which includes a cardiac screening component
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Licensed physicians, advanced practice nurses, or physician assistants performing the exam must complete a Student-Athlete Cardiac Screening professional development module and sign a certification attesting to this training
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Schools must retain the original signed certification statement to verify the healthcare practitioner's qualifications to perform the examination
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Expands existing requirements that currently apply only to students on school-sponsored interscholastic or intramural athletic teams to cover all students in grades 6-12
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Originally intended to take effect for the 2023-2024 school year (pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session)
Legislative Description
Requires all students enrolled in grades six through 12 to have certain physical examination that includes cardiac component.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026