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NJ S235
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shirley Turner
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AI Summary
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Creates a 13-member Extended School Day and School Year Study Commission in New Jersey, including 4 legislators, the Commissioner of Education, representatives from 6 education organizations, and 2 public members appointed by the Governor
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Commission must study the effects of longer school days and school years on student achievement, learning environment, enrichment opportunities, and educational offerings
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Requires examination of extended school day and year schedules used in other states
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Final report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation due to the Governor and Legislature within 6 months of the commission's organizational meeting
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Commission expires 30 days after submitting its final report; members serve without compensation but receive expense reimbursement
Legislative Description
Establishes Extended School Day and School Year Study Commission.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026