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NJ S3257
NJ S3257Requires licensed child care centers to provide annual notice of emergency procedure requirements.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires child care centers licenses pursuant to P.L.1983, c.492 (C.30:5B-1 et seq.) to prepare and make available a notice of the child care center's emergency procedure requirements for ensuring children's safety and for communicating such requirements in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies, to every parent or legal guardian of a child attending the center. The notice would be sent annually by certified mail, return receipt requested or by receipted first class mail addressed to the parent or legal guardian at the last known address identified in the center's records. The center would also be required to post the notice on its internet website or by other electronic means.
AI Summary
This bill requires child care centers licensed under New Jersey law (P.L.1983, c.492, which establishes regulations for child care facilities) to create and distribute a notice detailing their emergency procedures to every parent or legal guardian of a child attending the center. These procedures are designed to ensure children's safety during various emergencies, including evacuations, lockdowns, natural disasters, or civil disturbances, and outline how this information will be communicated. The notice must be sent annually through certified mail with return receipt requested or by first-class mail with proof of delivery, addressed to the parent or guardian's last known address on file. Additionally, child care centers must post this notice on their website or through other electronic methods.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 02/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3257 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3257_I1.HTM |
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