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NJ A1505

NJ A1505
Prohibits school district from denying admittance to student due to tardiness or violation of dress code or school uniform policy.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill provides that a student cannot be denied admittance to school due to tardiness. The bill also provides that a student cannot be denied admittance to school due to a violation of a school uniform policy or dress code policy, except in the case of a violation of section 2 of P.L.1996, c.93 (C. 18A:11-9). That section of law allows a board of education to adopt a dress code policy that prohibits students from wearing clothing, apparel, or accessories indicating membership in, or affiliation with, any gang associated with criminal activities.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits a school district from denying a student admittance to school due to tardiness or a violation of the school's uniform policy or dress code, except in cases where the dress code policy prohibits clothing, apparel, or accessories that indicate membership or affiliation with a criminal gang. The bill also allows a board of education to adopt a dress code policy requiring students to wear a school uniform, provided the policy includes a provision to assist economically disadvantaged students.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 01/11/2022)

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