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NJ SCR38
NJ SCR38Proposes an amendment to the Constitution to describe the manner in which the Legislature shall provide for the maintenance and support of a thorough and efficient system of free public schools.
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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 proposed amendment would require the enactment of laws prescribing the components of a thorough and efficient system of free public schools. While these laws would also be required to provide for the funding of a system of free public schools, this proposed amendment specifies that nothing herein contained shall be construed as requiring any minimum or establishing any maximum amount of funds to be provided by the State, or as in any way restricting, limiting, or otherwise affecting the right of the Legislature to regulate the funding of a thorough and efficient system of free public schools in the manner and to the extent the Legislature determines to be appropriate.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to the State Constitution to clarify how the Legislature must ensure a "thorough and efficient system of free public schools," which refers to the state's obligation to provide quality education for all children. The amendment would require the Legislature to pass laws that define what constitutes such a school system and how it will be funded. However, it explicitly states that these laws cannot set any minimum or maximum amount of state funding, nor can they limit the Legislature's authority to decide how much funding is appropriate and how it should be managed.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SCR38 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SCR/38_I1.HTM |
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