Requires public institution of higher education post bias intimidation statistics; requires governing board to adopt bias intimidation policy.
S 813 requires New Jersey public colleges and universities to post bias intimidation statistics and related policy information on their websites. It mandates these institutions to adopt a formal policy prohibiting bias intimidation (defined as offenses targeting protected characteristics like race or religion), including disciplinary procedures and reporting mechanisms. The bill also requires first-year students to complete a course module covering bias intimidation prevention, statistics, and campus resources. These requirements apply to all public institutions seeking state student aid funds, aiming to increase transparency and prevention efforts on campus.
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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 Higher Education Committee
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2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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