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New Jersey Assembly Bill A4062

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A4062

Introduced
5/19/22  

Caption

Requires instruction on voting in curriculum of students in grade 12 as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

Impact

If enacted, A4062 will significantly alter the landscape of civics education within New Jersey's public high schools. It will require all boards of education to include specific voting-related content in their curriculum. This includes education on the eligibility criteria for voter registration, the processes involved in pre-registering and registering to vote, and the logistics of participating in elections such as finding polling places or applying for absentee ballots. By embedding this instruction into the state educational requirements, New Jersey seeks to foster a more informed and engaged electorate.

Summary

A4062, introduced in the New Jersey Assembly, mandates that high schools incorporate voting instruction into the curriculum for 12th-grade students. This requirement forms part of the broader implementation of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies. The bill aims to educate students on the significance of voting, emphasizing the responsibilities that come with citizenship, while also providing practical guidance on voter registration processes and how to vote effectively. This initiative is seen as a vital step in encouraging civic engagement among young voters.

Contention

While the bill has the potential to enhance the understanding of democratic processes among students, there may be points of contention regarding its implementation. School districts will have the latitude to collaborate with local election officials to develop the curriculum, which could lead to variations in how effectively the instruction is taught across different districts. Some may argue that without standardized measures, the quality of civics education could vary, potentially undermining the bill's intended objectives. Thus, ensuring uniformity while allowing for local adaptability will be a critical challenge as the bill moves forward.

Latest NJ A4062 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

NJ S1185

Requires instruction on voting in curriculum of students in grade 12 as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ A2006

Requires school districts to include instruction on racial discrimination and social justice as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies for middle school students.

NJ A1822

Requires school districts to include instruction on racial discrimination and social justice as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies for middle school students.

NJ A5014

Requires school districts to provide instruction on labor movement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ S566

Requires school districts to provide instruction on interacting with law enforcement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ A3258

Requires school districts to provide instruction on interacting with law enforcement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ S1079

Requires school districts to provide instruction on interacting with law enforcement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ A791

Requires school districts to provide instruction on interacting with law enforcement as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ S2335

Requires school districts to provide instruction on history of Latinos and Hispanics as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards.

NJ A891

Limits requirements for school districts to include instructions on diversity and inclusion as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards to grades 9 through 12.

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