New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 70: Prohibits requiring students to wear face masks in schools and on school buses.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 70 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits requiring students to wear face masks in schools and on school buses. Primary sponsor: Jim Holzapfel (Republican), Testa, Michael L., Jr.. It lists 6 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 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Holzapfel | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 10 |
| Testa, Michael L., Jr. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Tony Bucco | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| Kristin Corrado | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 40 |
| O'Scanlon, Declan J., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Joe Pennacchio | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 26 |
| Bob Singer | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| 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