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NJ S2012Requires 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
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 bill provides that, in order to receive any State aid pursuant to the "School Funding Reform Act of 2008" or any other law, a school district, charter school, renaissance school project, county vocational school district, or county special services school district that includes grades 9 through 12 will be required 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 (grades 9-12) no earlier than 8:30 AM. The rationale is based on research showing that adolescents need more sleep due to changes in their biological rhythms during puberty, and that insufficient sleep is linked to various health and academic risks. The bill will first apply to the 2024-2025 school year and does not supersede any provisions of a student's individualized education program or their rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Vin Gopal (D)*,
Renee Burgess (D),
Angela Mcknight (D),
Teresa Ruiz (D),
Troy Singleton (D),
Andrew Zwicker (D),
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2012 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S2500/2012_I1.HTM |
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