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NJ S2343
NJ S2343Designates May of each year as "Water Safety Month" in NJ; encourages DOE to provide resources on water safety.
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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 designates May of each year as "Water Safety Month" to raise awareness for safe water practices and accident and drowning prevention. The bill encourages the Department of Education (DOE), in consultation with the Department of Health (DOH), to provide resources to school districts to hold presentations and educational activities during "Water Safety Month" for students in grades kindergarten through five to provide water safety education. The bill stipulates that the presentations and educational activities may be held in partnership with nonprofit organizations. The bill also encourages the DOE, in consultation with the DOH, to provide resources to public schools to educate students on water safety.
AI Summary
This bill designates May of each year as "Water Safety Month" in New Jersey to increase public awareness about safe practices around water and to prevent accidents and drownings, recognizing that drowning is a leading cause of death for young children. The bill encourages the Department of Education (DOE), working with the Department of Health (DOH), to provide resources to school districts for educational presentations and activities for students in kindergarten through fifth grade, which can be done in partnership with non-profit organizations.
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/S2343 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2343_I1.HTM |
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