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NJ ACR135
NJ ACR135Proposes constitutional amendment prohibiting any student from being compelled to attend public school other than one nearest to student's residence.
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Introduced
05/10/2024
05/10/2024
In Committee
05/10/2024
05/10/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This constitutional amendment would prohibit compelling any student to attend a public school other than the public school nearest to the student's residence and which is located within the school district in which the student resides, provided the public school provides the course of study which the student is pursuing.
AI Summary
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to the New Jersey Constitution that would restrict a student's school assignment by mandating that no student can be required to attend a public school other than the one closest to their residence within their school district, provided that school offers the student's desired course of study. Specifically, the amendment would modify Article VIII, Section IV, paragraph 1 by adding language that limits school assignment to the nearest public school within the student's district. If approved, the proposed amendment would be submitted to voters at the next general election occurring more than three months after its final agreement, with the ballot presenting a clear question about prohibiting students from being compelled to attend schools outside their nearest local school. The resolution, introduced by Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia from District 24, aims to give students and families more control over their school placement by ensuring they can attend the closest public school that meets their educational needs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 05/10/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/ACR135 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/ACR/135_I1.HTM |
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