New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 2797: Requires instruction on cursive handwriting in public school curriculum.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 2797 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires instruction on cursive handwriting in public school curriculum. Primary sponsor: Angela McKnight (Democratic), Shirley Turner (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.284.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angela McKnight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Shirley Turner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Jim Holzapfel | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 10 |
| Britnee Timberlake | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.284.
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee