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NJ SCR67

NJ SCR67
Proposes constitutional amendment prohibiting any student from being compelled to attend public school other than one nearest to student's residence.


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Introduced
02/14/2022
In Committee
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Proposes constitutional amendment prohibiting any student from being compelled to attend public school other than one nearest to student's residence.

AI Summary

This Concurrent Resolution proposes an amendment to the New Jersey State Constitution that would prevent students from being forced to attend a public school other than the one closest to their home, provided that school is within their residential school district and offers the curriculum they are studying. A Concurrent Resolution is a legislative measure that requires approval from both houses of the legislature (in this case, the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly) but does not require the governor's signature; it is often used to propose constitutional amendments. If approved by both legislative bodies, this proposed amendment would then be put to a public vote in the next general election, following specific notification procedures.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 02/14/2022)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Ethnic Minority and Racial Group Discrimination
Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education

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