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NJ S2795
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Angela Mcknight
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AI Summary
- Prohibits New Jersey school districts from denying a student admittance to school due to tardiness or violations of dress code/school uniform policies
- Exception allows schools to deny admittance for clothing indicating gang membership or affiliation with gangs associated with criminal activities
- Amends existing law to remove language that previously allowed denying school admittance for uniform policy non-compliance when parents opt out
- Preserves school boards' authority to enforce other student codes of conduct and policies not covered by this bill
- Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session, sponsored by Senators McKnight (District 31) and Turner (District 15)
Legislative Description
Prohibits school district from denying admittance to student due to tardiness or violation of dress code or school uniform policy.
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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