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NJ S3244

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shirley Turner

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires school buses transporting students with special needs to have at least one school bus aide for every 15 such students at all times

  • Applies to both boards of education and private contractors providing pupil transportation services under contract

  • Defines "student with special needs" as students classified for special education programs and services, excluding those classified solely for a "specific learning disability" under federal IDEA law

  • Takes effect immediately and applies starting the first full school year following enactment

Legislative Description

Requires minimum of one school bus aide for every 15 special needs students on school bus.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

2/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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