New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1691: Requires school districts to close schools on days of general and primary elections.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 1691 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires school districts to close schools on days of general and primary elections. Primary sponsor: Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (Democratic), Linda Carter (Democratic), Sampson, William B., IV. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verlina Reynolds-Jackson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Linda Carter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Sampson, William B., IV | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Aura Dunn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee