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NJ A4303

NJ A4303
Requires DOE to establish working group on student literacy; mandates universal literacy screenings for kindergarten through grade three students; requires professional development for certain school district employees.


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Introduced
05/10/2024
In Committee
06/24/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires DOE to establish working group on student literacy; mandates universal literacy screenings for kindergarten through grade three students; requires professional development for certain school district employees.

AI Summary

This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Education to establish a working group on student literacy, develop guidance for school districts on literacy screenings and instructional materials, and mandate universal literacy screenings for kindergarten through grade three students. The bill also requires professional development for certain school district employees on evidence-based foundational literacy instruction. The key provisions include the establishment of a working group, the development of guidance for school districts, the requirement for universal literacy screenings, and the implementation of a professional development program.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Substituted by S2644/2645/2646 (SCS) (on 06/28/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4303
Fiscal Note - Fiscal Estimate 7/1/24; ACS A4304 A4308 https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4303_E2.PDF
Fiscal Note - Fiscal Estimate 6/28/24; as introduced https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4303_E1.PDF
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4303_U1.HTM
Analysis - Statement AAP 6/24/24 ACS A4304 A4308 https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4303_S1.PDF
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4303_I1.HTM
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