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NJ A5680
NJ A5680Requires public schools to provide age-appropriate information to students in grades nine through 12 on United States military and veterans.
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Introduced
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
In Committee
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires public schools that include any of the grades nine through 12 to annually hold an assembly to provide students with age-appropriate information on the United States military. Under the bill, the information is to include an overview of the basic structure of the military and its branches; the contributions of veterans to American society; and information about the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC), the United States service academies, and other forms of military involvement. The assembly is to be at least 30 minutes in length, and is to be held in November to coincide with Veterans Day. Additionally, the bill requires that public schools annually hold a veterans appreciation event in addition to the assembly required by the provisions of the bill. The event may include: hosting an event to publicly honor one or more veterans; hosting an event featuring a speech or presentation provided by a veteran; or participating in an alternative educational initiative honoring members of the United States military. Finally, the bill requires public schools to consult with a local veterans' association for assistance in the development of the veterans appreciation event required by the bill.
AI Summary
This bill requires public high schools (grades 9-12) to conduct an annual 30-minute assembly in November that provides students with comprehensive information about the United States military. The assembly must cover key topics including the military's basic structure and branches, veterans' contributions to society, and details about military-related programs like the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) and service academies. Additionally, schools must organize a separate annual veterans appreciation event, which can take various forms such as hosting an event honoring veterans, featuring a veteran's speech, or participating in an educational initiative that recognizes military members. Schools are also mandated to collaborate with a local veterans' association when planning the appreciation event. The legislation is designed to increase student awareness and understanding of military service and veterans' experiences, and will take effect immediately, applying to the first full school year following its enactment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 05/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5680 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6000/5680_I2.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6000/5680_I1.HTM |
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