Expands definition of child abuse or neglect.

This bill expands New Jersey's legal definition of child abuse or neglect to include situations where a child is harmed by someone who is not their parent or legal guardian, specifically adding that "another child under the age of 18" can cause abuse. It directly affects children who experience harm from peers or other non-guardian individuals, such as through physical injury, sexual abuse, or excessive punishment. The key change clarifies that acts by non-parents - including other minors - will now be considered abuse under state law, while explicitly stating this does not apply in day schools. This amendment ensures broader protection for children harmed by individuals outside their immediate family or guardianship.