Bill
Bill > S2797
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a school district to incorporate instruction on cursive handwriting into the curriculum for students in grades kindergarten through five. The curriculum is to include activities and instructional materials that help students become proficient in reading cursive and writing in cursive legibly by the end of the grade three. Some research suggests that learning to read and write in cursive benefits the development of cognitive, motor, and literacy skills. Instruction in cursive handwriting has also been associated with improved academic outcomes for students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that every school district must include cursive handwriting instruction in its curriculum for students from kindergarten through fifth grade, with the goal of ensuring students can read and write cursive legibly by the end of third grade, as some research suggests this skill can aid cognitive, motor, and literacy development, and may particularly benefit students with learning disabilities like dyslexia.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.284. (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/S2797 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2797_I1.HTM |
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