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This bill requires the Department of Children and Families to develop an educational fact sheet on water safety, which must include information about reducing children's risk of drowning, the importance of water safety education and swimming lessons, proper use of flotation devices, and the significance of monitoring water conditions. The fact sheet will be developed in consultation with organizations like the American Red Cross and the New Jersey Swim Safety Alliance. The Department of Education will distribute this fact sheet to all school districts and nonpublic schools, and school districts must annually distribute the fact sheet to parents and guardians. Additionally, the bill mandates that school districts publish an online list of locations offering swimming lessons and water safety courses, including free or reduced-price options. Locations must voluntarily request to be included on this list, which must be updated annually and made accessible on each school district's website. The bill will take effect 180 days after its enactment, providing time for implementation and preparation by the relevant departments and school districts.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4763