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NJ S2193
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Ruiz
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AI Summary
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Requires every New Jersey school district to employ at least one certified nutrition specialist, registered dietitian, or registered dietitian nutritionist on a full-time or part-time basis.
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Defines qualifying professionals as those certified by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists or registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
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Takes effect on the first day of the third school year following enactment, giving districts time to comply.
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Sponsored by Senator M. Teresa Ruiz (District 29, Essex and Hudson) and co-sponsored by Senator McKnight, pre-filed for the 2026 legislative session.
Legislative Description
Requires school districts to employ at least one certified nutrition specialist, registered dietitian, or registered dietitian nutritionist.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026