New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SR92

Introduced
6/13/22  

Caption

Urges Attorney General and Department of Education to regularly update "Law Enforcement Directive No. 2007-1" and "School Safety and Security Manual: Best Practices Guidelines."

Impact

The passage of SR92 would aim to enhance school safety protocols by ensuring that both educational and law enforcement entities utilize the most current and effective safety practices. The resolution acknowledges prior legislative efforts and reports that have generated guidance on school security, stressing that these frameworks should be continuously reviewed and enhanced in light of evolving safety threats.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 92, introduced in New Jersey, urges the Attorney General and the Department of Education to regularly update key documents related to school security. Specifically, it calls for revisions to the 'School Safety and Security Manual: Best Practices Guidelines' and 'Law Enforcement Directive No. 2007-1,' which have not been significantly reviewed since their last updates in 2007. The resolution emphasizes the importance of school safety in the current environment, where safety measures must evolve to address new challenges.

Conclusion

In conclusion, SR92 serves as a proactive measure to secure educational environments through updated guidelines that reflect the latest best practices in safety and security. By urging the continuous revision of crucial documents, the bill seeks to bolster the preparedness and responsiveness of schools and law enforcement in the face of contemporary challenges.

Contention

While most stakeholders agree on the importance of school safety, potential points of contention may arise regarding the specific updates proposed and the coordination between law enforcement agencies and educational institutions. Critics might raise concerns about the fidelity of the current practices to reflect actual needs on the ground or the resources available for implementing new guidelines.

Companion Bills

NJ AR94

Same As Urges Attorney General and Department of Education to regularly update "Law Enforcement Directive No. 2007-1" and "School Safety and Security Manual: Best Practices Guidelines."

Previously Filed As

NJ SR28

Urges Attorney General and Department of Education to regularly update "Law Enforcement Directive No. 2007-1" and "School Safety and Security Manual: Best Practices Guidelines."

NJ AR140

Urges Attorney General and Department of Education to regularly update "Law Enforcement Directive No. 2007-1" and "School Safety and Security Manual: Best Practices Guidelines."

NJ AR100

Urges public and nonpublic schools to annually provide parents opportunity to observe school security drill.

NJ HB3312

Education; public schools; annual instruction on firearm safety; Department of Education; Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training; effective date; emergency.

NJ A4152

Requires Attorney General to establish Human Trafficking Unit in Department of Law and Public Safety.

NJ S379

Requires Attorney General to establish Human Trafficking Unit in Department of Law and Public Safety.

NJ A1234

Transfers Division of Elections from Department of State to Department of Law and Public Safety; designates Attorney General as chief election official and requires two bipartisan co-directors.

NJ AR97

Urges Attorney General to require training for law enforcement regarding the developmentally disabled and persons with behavioral health crises.

NJ S2033

Requires Secretary of Higher Education to establish guidelines regarding best practices for student financial aid offers.

NJ A2575

Requires Secretary of Higher Education to establish guidelines regarding best practices for student financial aid offers.

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