New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1953: Requires exterior exit doors in school buildings to remain unlocked from egress side and locked from access side at all times.

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

Plain-language summary

S 1953 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires exterior exit doors in school buildings to remain unlocked from egress side and locked from access side at all times. Primary sponsor: Holly Schepisi (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Holly Schepisi (Republican).