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NJ SCR17
NJ SCR17Proposes amendment to Constitution to change minimum and maximum local tax levy requirements for funding of public schools and minimum and maximum State support for special education.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This Senate Concurrent Resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to modify the "thorough and efficient" clause of the State Constitution. The amendment specifies that the Legislature will enact laws prescribing the components of a thorough and efficient system of free public schools. Additionally, the amendment stipulates that the Legislature will enact laws providing for the funding of public schools, including provisions requiring that school districts fund no less than 20 percent, but no more than80 percent, of their general fund budgets through local property taxes. The amendment also specifies that the State would be responsible for providing funding for at least 80 percent, and no more than 100 percent, of the excess costs of educating special education students.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to change how public schools are funded in the state. It would require the Legislature to enact laws that define a thorough and efficient public school system and its funding. Specifically, school districts would be mandated to fund between 20% and 80% of their general fund budgets through local property taxes, and the State would be responsible for funding at least 80% and no more than 100% of the additional costs associated with educating students who require special education services. This amendment aims to establish clearer minimum and maximum requirements for both local tax contributions and state support for special education, addressing current variations in funding approaches.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
- ‐ Special Education
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SCR17 | 01/09/2024 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SCR/17_I1.HTM | 01/13/2026 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/SCR/17_I1.HTM | 01/09/2024 |
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