New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 817: Requires DOE to collect and publish data on use of restraints and seclusion on students with disabilities.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee

Plain-language summary

A 817 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires DOE to collect and publish data on use of restraints and seclusion on students with disabilities. Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.