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NJ S1335
NJ S1335Removes diversity and inclusion instruction requirements for students in grades kindergarten through eight.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill removes the requirement that school districts provide instruction on diversity and inclusion in the curriculum of students in grades kindergarten through eight as part of the implementation of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. This bill also removes the requirement that the instruction on diversity and inclusion includes an examination of the impact that unconscious bias has at both an individual level and on society as a whole. Current law requires that school districts provide instruction on diversity and inclusion in the curriculum of students in grades kindergarten through 12. Additionally, current law requires that school districts incorporate unconscious bias in the instruction on diversity and inclusion.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to remove the requirement for school districts to provide instruction on diversity and inclusion for students in kindergarten through eighth grade, as part of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards, which are the state's educational guidelines. Previously, this instruction was mandated for all students from kindergarten through twelfth grade and was required to include an examination of the impact of unconscious bias, which refers to automatic, unintentional judgments or stereotypes that can influence behavior, on both individuals and society. The bill specifically removes the mention of "unconscious bias" from the required curriculum components and shifts the diversity and inclusion instruction requirement to only grades 9 through 12.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1335 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1335_I1.HTM |
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