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NJ S123
NJ S123Requires each public school to post on website comprehensive list of all resources available in school library.
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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 each public school that has a school library to post for public inspection on the school's website in an easily accessible location a comprehensive list of every resource that is available in the school library, including but not limited to, books, periodicals, DVDs, and databases, offered in print or digitally. Any new resource ordered or purchased is required to be added to the list within 10 days of the order or purchase. Under the bill, the school library media specialist who oversees the school library is responsible for ensuring that the list is updated and posted on the school's website. In the event that a school does not employ a school library media specialist, the principal of the school is required to appoint existing staff members to oversee the cataloging of the library resources.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that every public school in New Jersey with a school library must create and publish a complete list of all its available resources on its website, making it easy for the public to find. This list should include everything from books and magazines to DVDs and digital databases, whether they are in physical or electronic format. Any new items acquired by the library must be added to this list within ten days of being ordered or purchased. The responsibility for keeping this list current and posted falls on the school library media specialist, who is a professional trained to manage library resources. If a school doesn't have a dedicated library media specialist, the principal must assign other staff members to handle the task of cataloging the library's collection to ensure compliance with the bill's requirements.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
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/S123 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S0500/123_I1.HTM |
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