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NJ S2100
NJ S2100Directs Commissioner of Education to study curriculum requirements for geography education in high 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 directs the Commissioner of Education to study the need for, and the advisability of, increasing the curriculum requirements for the study of geography in high school. The study must include an evaluation of the potential positive and negative consequences associated with enhancing the geography education requirements. The commissioner will report his findings and recommendations within 6 months of the bill's effective date to the State Board of Education, the Governor, and the Legislature. There is currently no requirement that a high school student complete a course dedicated solely to geography. Under current State Board of Education regulations (N.J.A.C.6A:8-5.1), a student must complete at least 15 credits in social studies in order to be eligible to receive a State-endorsed high school diploma. All social studies course offerings must integrate civics, economics, geography, and global content within the curriculum.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Commissioner of Education to conduct a study on whether high schools should be required to teach more geography, examining the potential benefits and drawbacks of increasing these curriculum requirements. Currently, while there's no specific requirement for a dedicated geography course, students must complete at least 15 credits in social studies for a high school diploma, and these courses are expected to incorporate civics, economics, geography, and global content. The Commissioner will have six months from the bill's effective date to present their findings and recommendations to the State Board of Education, the Governor, and the Legislature.
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/S2100 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2100_I1.HTM |
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