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NJ S2654
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Britnee Timberlake
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AI Summary
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Mandates all New Jersey school districts incorporate instruction on interacting with law enforcement into Social Studies curriculum at elementary, middle, and high school levels
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Curriculum must cover the role and responsibilities of law enforcement in public safety, individual responsibilities to comply with officer directives, and individual rights when interacting with police
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Establishes an advisory committee appointed by the Commissioner of Education to develop the curriculum, including representatives from police unions, ACLU-NJ, NAACP NJ, NJEA, and other organizations
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Requires two separate curriculum components: age-appropriate instruction for grades K-4 and more rigorous instruction for grades 5-12
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Emphasizes instruction focused on mutual cooperation and respect between citizens and law enforcement officials
Legislative Description
Requires school districts to provide instruction on interacting with law enforcement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026