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NJ A3256

NJ A3256
Raises age requirement of compulsory school attendance from 16 to 18 years old.


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Introduced
03/07/2022
In Committee
03/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Raises age requirement of compulsory school attendance from 16 to 18 years old.

AI Summary

This bill amends New Jersey's compulsory school attendance law to raise the age requirement from 16 to 18 years old, unless the child has already graduated from high school. The bill also updates language in related sections of the law to reflect the new age requirement, including provisions regarding truancy, enforcement actions, and penalties for parents or guardians who fail to comply with the attendance requirements.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 03/07/2022)

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