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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kristin Corrado | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 40 |
| Tony Bucco | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| Jim Holzapfel | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 10 |
| Testa, Michael L., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Parker Space | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
“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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee