New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 R cosponsors

A 852 — Prohibits teaching of critical race theory in public schools; prohibits public school teachers from engaging in political, ideological, or religious advocacy in classroom.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AED

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

Critical race theory-proh. teaching in public schools; proh teachers engaging in

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html December 12, 2025

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AED

Sponsors

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (118)

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Subjects

civil-rights education
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Frequently asked questions

What does A 852 do?
Critical race theory-proh. teaching in public schools; proh teachers engaging in
Who sponsors A 852?
A 852 is sponsored by Auth, Robert (Republican) and Scharfenberger, Gerry (Republican).
What is the current status of A 852?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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