S 706 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Clarifies criminal history record check requirements for workers conducting construction or public works activities in school buildings; requires school district to update visitor policy.

This bill clarifies that school districts must conduct criminal history record checks for all workers performing construction or public works in school buildings - including contractors and third-party employees - before allowing them on school property during school hours. It updates existing requirements to explicitly include these workers in background checks, ensuring they meet the same standards as school staff. The bill also mandates that school districts revise their visitor policies to incorporate these updated check procedures. These changes directly affect school districts, contractors, and workers in school construction or maintenance roles.
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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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