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NJ S3645
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Linda Greenstein
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AI Summary
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Prohibits school districts from denying special education evaluations, eligibility determinations, or individualized education programs (IEPs) to twice exceptional students solely based on average academic performance
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Defines "twice exceptional students" as those who show potential for above-average academic performance compared to grade-level peers while also having one or more disabilities under federal or state eligibility criteria
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Requires school districts to provide information to parents and guardians about available options for obtaining special education and related services for twice exceptional students
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Addresses the issue that average performance in gifted students with disabilities may actually be evidence of the disability's impact rather than a reason to deny services
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment and supplements Title 18A, chapter 46 of New Jersey Statutes
Legislative Description
Prohibits twice exceptional students from being denied special education and related services due to average academic performance.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
2/24/2026