A 4287 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes Safe Remote Learning Program in DOE to support provision of remote instruction facilities by public schools.

This bill establishes New Jersey's Safe Remote Learning Program within the Department of Education to support schools providing remote instruction during the pandemic. It requires schools to set up remote learning facilities meeting specific standards: equipped with connected devices and mobile broadband internet, staffed by qualified personnel, and operating under health guidelines. The program prioritizes access for students eligible for free meals and children of essential workers (including school staff), with schools reimbursed for facility costs using federal CARES Act funds. It directly affects public school districts, charter schools, and renaissance schools implementing virtual learning, ensuring equitable access to remote instruction resources.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Shanique Speight
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