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NJ S2830
NJ S2830Requires local boards of education to employ at least one school social worker per school.
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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 requires local boards of education to employ and assign on a full-time basis to each school within the school district at least one school social worker. The bill further provides that, for each school with student enrollment above 500, the board is required to employ and assign on a full-time basis additional school social workers in a manner that is proportional to student enrollment.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that every local board of education in New Jersey must hire and assign at least one full-time school social worker to each school within their district. A school social worker is defined as an individual holding a specific New Jersey educational certificate. Furthermore, for any school with more than 500 students, the board is required to hire additional full-time school social workers based on the student population, ensuring the number of social workers is proportional to the number of students. This new requirement will take effect immediately and apply starting with the first full school year after the bill is enacted.
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/S2830 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2830_I1.HTM |
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