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NJ S2104
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Paul Moriarty
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AI Summary
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Extends existing physical restraint and seclusion requirements from students with disabilities to all public school students in New Jersey, requiring these techniques only be used in emergencies where immediate physical danger exists.
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Requires immediate parental notification by phone or electronic communication when restraint or seclusion is used, followed by a full written report within 48 hours.
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Mandates schools request a meeting with parents of any student subjected to restraint or seclusion more than once to develop a behavior improvement plan.
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Directs the Department of Education to establish guidelines for seclusion area physical requirements (lighting, space) and to annually collect and publish data on restraint and seclusion use, disaggregated by county, race, gender, age, and disability type.
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Prohibits prone restraint unless authorized in writing by the student's primary care physician, and requires staff involved in restraints to receive annual training in safe techniques.
Legislative Description
Extends requirements on use of restraint and seclusion to all students; requires immediate parental notification; requires DOE to collect and report data regarding use of restraint and seclusion on students.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026