New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1139: Establishes "Parents Bill of Rights Act"; prohibits school district from interfering with fundamental right of parent or guardian to engage in and direct student's education; permits opt-out of school district curriculum.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

Plain-language summary

S 1139 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes "Parents Bill of Rights Act"; prohibits school district from interfering with fundamental right of parent or guardian to engage in and direct student's education; permits opt-out of school district curriculum. Primary sponsor: Kristin Corrado (Republican), Tony Bucco (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Kristin Corrado (Republican); Tony Bucco (Republican). 3 co-sponsors.