S 4363 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "Hazardous School Route Grant Program" in DOE; appropriates $15 million.

This bill creates the Hazardous School Route Grant Program within the New Jersey Department of Education to improve pedestrian safety for students walking to school. It allocates $15 million in funding to help school districts address dangerous walking paths where courtesy bus services are not available. To qualify, districts must demonstrate financial need and have previously adopted policies identifying hazardous routes, while municipalities must handle permits and long-term maintenance. The program allows grants of up to $1 million per district for projects like capital improvements or temporary transportation, with applications prioritized based on the severity of risks and the number of students affected.
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Introduced May 28, 2026 Last action May 28, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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