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NJ S2793

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a three-year pilot program for school-based mentoring in public schools located within 1,000 feet of where gunfire occurred in the prior school year ("crisis zones")
  • Targets students in grades K-3 who are at risk for mental health disorders and substance abuse, focusing on building emotional resilience and social-emotional skills
  • Requires the Commissioner of Education to select Jersey City School District plus six additional schools (two each from southern, central, and northern New Jersey regions)
  • Mandates weekly 25-minute one-on-one mentoring sessions with a curriculum addressing emotional monitoring, coping skills, and self-control, with each mentor assigned no more than 20 students
  • Requires participating schools to evaluate students at the beginning, mid-point, and completion of the program, with a final report to the Governor and Legislature on statewide implementation feasibility

Legislative Description

Establishes three-year pilot program for school-based mentoring in public schools located within 1,000 feet of gunfire.

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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