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NJ A1180
NJ A1180Defines a day in session for purposes of a school district's receipt of State school aid.
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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
Under current law, in order to receive its State school aid, a school district must be in session for at least 180 days during the preceding school year. This bill defines a "day in session" as a day on which the school is open, students are under the guidance and direction of a teacher engaged in the teaching process, and is not less than six hours. The bill specifies that the six-hour requirement will not be applicable to a school that enrolls only kindergarten students. Under current State Board of Education regulations at N.J.A.C.6A:32-8.3(b), a school day consists of not less than four hours.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies what constitutes a "day in session" for New Jersey school districts to receive State school aid, which currently requires at least 180 days of operation in the previous school year. The bill defines a day in session as a day when the school is open, students are actively being taught by a teacher, and the school day lasts at least six hours, though this six-hour minimum does not apply to schools solely for kindergarten students. This change aims to provide a clearer standard for school districts, as current regulations from the State Board of Education (N.J.A.C.6A:32-8.3(b)) define a school day as a minimum of four hours.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/A1180 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1180_I1.HTM |
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