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NJ S2101
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Paul Moriarty
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AI Summary
- School districts must install electrically operated partitions (room dividers, curtains) with dual key-operated control stations at opposite ends requiring simultaneous activation, reversible operation at any point, and automatic stopping devices when objects enter the partition's path
- Partitions installed before the law takes effect that lack these safety features can only be operated when students and others are cleared from the divided space, by trained personnel only, with warning signage posted at controls
- Students are prohibited from operating partitions; students may only be present during operation if the partition meets new safety standards, and must stand away from the moving partition under staff supervision
- Districts must post safety notices near partitions, train staff on safe operation including discussion of past accidents and injury/death risks, and maintain training records
- All safety features must remain intact without tampering, equipment must be maintained per manufacturer instructions, and districts must annually report partition malfunctions causing injuries to the Commissioner of Education
Legislative Description
Requires school districts to provide for the safe operation of electrically operated partitions in classrooms or other school facilities.
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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