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NJ S3766

NJ S3766
Requires schools to be used as polling places only if other public, private, or commercial locations are not available.


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Introduced
05/08/2023
In Committee
05/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires that school buildings be selected by the county boards of elections as polling places only when no public, private, or commercial building is available and accessible to individuals with disabilities and the elderly. In doing so, this bill promotes the safety and security of all staff and students who attend school in New Jersey, and limits disruptions to the learning environment that occur when schools are opened to large numbers of people for use as a polling place.

AI Summary

This bill requires that school buildings be selected by the county boards of elections as polling places only when no public, private, or commercial building is available and accessible to individuals with disabilities and the elderly. The bill aims to promote the safety and security of all staff and students who attend school in New Jersey, and to limit disruptions to the learning environment that occur when schools are used as polling places.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 05/08/2023)

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