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NJ S3244
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shirley Turner
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AI Summary
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Requires school buses transporting students with special needs to have at least one school bus aide for every 15 such students at all times
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Applies to both boards of education and private contractors providing pupil transportation services under contract
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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
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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