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NJ S2462
NJ S2462Requires certain public schools that receive State aid to begin regular instruction for high school students no earlier than 8:30 AM.
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Introduced
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
In Committee
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires certain public schools that receive State aid to begin regular instruction for high school students no earlier than 8:30 AM.
AI Summary
This bill requires certain public schools in New Jersey that receive state aid to begin regular instruction for high school students no earlier than 8:30 AM local time. The bill cites research showing that adolescents need 8-10 hours of sleep per day for good health, and that early school start times can negatively impact their academic performance and well-being. The bill exempts any provisions of a student's individualized education program or rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or Rehabilitation Act, and takes effect immediately, first applying to the 2024-2025 school year.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
Richard Codey (D)*,
Vin Gopal (D)*,
Renee Burgess (D),
Sandra Cunningham (D),
Nia Gill (D),
Teresa Ruiz (D),
Troy Singleton (D),
Andrew Zwicker (D),
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 05/09/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S2462 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S2500/2462_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S2500/2462_I1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2500/2462_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2500/2462_I1.PDF |
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