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NJ S3804

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Teresa Ruiz

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a five-year Community Schools Pilot Program in the New Jersey Department of Education to establish public schools that integrate educational, health, family, and developmental services through community partnerships year-round.

  • Requires the Commissioner of Education to contract with a higher education institution or qualified nonprofit organization to manage the program and establish a technical assistance center for participating schools.

  • Selects one public school (including district, renaissance, or charter schools) in each of New Jersey's 21 counties to receive a dedicated site coordinator who will assist with community school establishment and operations.

  • Site coordinators are employed and paid by the managing organization, not the school districts, and schools must enter agreements outlining the coordinator's role and authority.

  • Establishes a nonlapsing Community Schools Pilot Program Fund for legislative appropriations and private contributions, with an independent evaluation and final report due within six months of program completion.

Legislative Description

Establishes five-year community schools pilot program.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Education3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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