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Bill > S588
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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
Current law provides each board of education with the discretion to annually determine the dates between which the schools of the district will be open, in accordance with law. Current law does not require schools to be closed on any particular holiday. This bill prohibits a board of education from opening schools on November 11th of each school year, in observance of Veterans Day. It is the sponsor's intent to ensure that New Jersey's young citizens are taught to honor our veterans, who have so bravely served our country and who did not hesitate to answer when their nation called on them. Closing the schools on Veterans Day will appropriately signal to students the importance of the holiday.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that school districts in New Jersey must observe Veterans Day, celebrated on November 11th each year, as a school holiday, meaning schools cannot be open on this date. Previously, school boards had the discretion to decide their school calendar and were not required to close for any specific holiday. The intention behind this legislation is to ensure that students are educated about the importance of honoring veterans, who have served the country, by closing schools on this significant day.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
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/S588 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/588_I1.HTM |
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