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NJ A4147
NJ A4147Requires certain school security measures to be incorporated into new school construction and existing school buildings.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill amends C.18A:7G-5.2 to require that new public school construction and existing public school buildings include certain items that under the original law were only required under certain conditions. The items that will be required under the bill are:· one way driveways that lead to a clearly marked visitor parking area;· an access control system with remote unlocking features, an intercom, and fixed cameras at the school's main entrance and for other entrances;· a guard shack and gate on the school campus as an effective perimeter control; and· secure vestibules at the main entrance of the school building.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to mandate specific security measures for both new and existing public school buildings, moving them from conditional requirements to universal ones. It requires that new school construction and existing school buildings must incorporate one-way driveways leading to a clearly marked visitor parking area, an access control system with remote unlocking capabilities, an intercom, and fixed cameras at the main entrance and other entry points. Additionally, schools will need to have a guard shack and gate on campus for perimeter control and secure vestibules at the main entrance of the school building. These provisions aim to enhance school safety by creating more controlled access points and improving surveillance and traffic management around school properties.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4147 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4147_I1.HTM |
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