Requires schools to be used as polling places only if other public, private, or commercial locations are not available.
This bill requires New Jersey county election boards to use school buildings as polling places only when no other public, private, or commercial locations are available and accessible for voters with disabilities. It mandates that election boards first seek alternative sites like community centers or businesses before selecting a school, to minimize disruptions to school operations and ensure safety. The bill also specifies that any school used as a polling place must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that schools must be reimbursed for associated costs like lighting and janitorial services.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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