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NJ A1059
NJ A1059Requires each public school to post on website comprehensive list of all resources available in school library.
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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 requires each public school that has a school library to post for public inspection on the school's website in an easily accessible location a comprehensive list of every resource that is available in the school library, including but not limited to, books, periodicals, DVDs, and databases, offered in print or digitally. Any new resource ordered or purchased is required to be added to the list within 10 days of the order or purchase. Under the bill, the school library media specialist who oversees the school library is responsible for ensuring that the list is updated and posted on the school's website. In the event that a school does not employ a school library media specialist, the principal of the school is required to appoint existing staff members to oversee the cataloging of the library resources.
AI Summary
This bill requires each public school with a school library to post a comprehensive list of all resources available in the school library, including books, periodicals, DVDs, and databases, on the school's website in an easily accessible location. The bill specifies that any new resource ordered or purchased must be added to the list within 10 days. The school library media specialist is responsible for ensuring the list is updated and posted on the website, and if the school does not employ a media specialist, the principal must appoint existing staff to oversee the cataloging of library resources for this purpose.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Dawn Fantasia (R)*,
Paul Kanitra (R)*,
Greg McGuckin (R)*,
John DiMaio (R),
Michael Inganamort (R),
Jay Webber (R),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/A1059 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A1500/1059_I1.HTM |
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