New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

S 4385 — Requires school districts to permit students excused absences for student illness.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SED

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill requires school districts to allow excused absences for student illness.

This legislation mandates that school districts permit students to take excused absences when they are ill. It aims to ensure that students do not face penalties for being unable to attend school due to health issues.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families will have the assurance that their children can stay home when sick without jeopardizing their school attendance record.

Summary

Student excused absences-req school districts to permit for student illness

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html June 02, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SED

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4385 do?
Student excused absences-req school districts to permit for student illness
Who sponsors S 4385?
S 4385 is sponsored by McKnight, Angela V. (Democrat) and Gopal, Vin (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4385?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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