New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 R cosponsors

A 5424 — Requires superintendent to verify to DOE that school district policy on harassment, intimidation, or bullying includes anonymous reporting procedure.

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 September 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill requires school superintendents to verify anonymous reporting procedures for harassment policies to the DOE.

School superintendents must confirm to the Department of Education that their policies on harassment, intimidation, or bullying include a way for students to report incidents anonymously. This aims to ensure safe reporting practices in schools.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families can feel more secure knowing their children have a way to report harassment anonymously.

Summary

Harassment/intimidation/bullying, sch dist policy-verify reporting procedure

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 11, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AED

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (118)

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public-safety education
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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5424 do?
Harassment/intimidation/bullying, sch dist policy-verify reporting procedure
Who sponsors A 5424?
A 5424 is sponsored by Sauickie, Alex (Republican) and Clifton, Robert D. (Republican).
What is the current status of A 5424?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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