New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1340: Requires Commissioner of Education to develop guidance on accommodations for certain students fasting for religious or medical reasons.*

Passed both chambers Last action September 28, 2026: Received in the Senate, 2nd Reading on Concurrence

Plain-language summary

S 1340 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires Commissioner of Education to develop guidance on accommodations for certain students fasting for religious or medical reasons.*. Primary sponsor: Joe Pennacchio (Republican), Brian Stack (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic), Al Barlas (Republican), Abdelaziz, Al. It lists 15 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 28, 2026): Received in the Senate, 2nd Reading on Concurrence.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Joe Pennacchio (Republican); Brian Stack (Democratic); Shama Haider (Democratic); Al Barlas (Republican); and 1 more. 15 co-sponsors.