S 1377 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Provides that public school used as polling place shall not be open for classes on day of election.

This bill requires New Jersey public school districts to cancel classes on election days when a school building serves as a polling place. School boards may instead use the time for staff training or professional development. The law aims to improve student safety by preventing large crowds of voters from entering school grounds during class hours. It takes effect immediately and applies first to the November 2021 general election.
Tags: Elections
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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