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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 the Attorney General to develop a uniform basic course curriculum to be implemented at each police training school in the State. The bill provides that in consultation with the Police Training Commission, the Attorney General would be required to develop a uniform basic course curriculum, which the commission would implement at each approved school in the State. The bill requires the Attorney General to review the curriculum annually and make updates as appropriate or required, in the Attorney General's discretion. For the purposes of the bill, a "basic course" is defined as an entry-level police training course designed for trainees, and an "approved school" is defined as a school approved and authorized by the commission to give police training courses.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Attorney General, in collaboration with the Police Training Commission, will create a standardized curriculum for all entry-level police training courses, referred to as a "basic course," which must be implemented at every police training school approved by the commission. The Attorney General will be responsible for annually reviewing and updating this curriculum as needed, ensuring that all police recruits receive consistent and up-to-date training. The bill also clarifies that the definitions of "basic course" and "approved school" are consistent with existing law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety 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/S2855 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2855_I1.HTM |
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