Revises law requiring school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers to review employment history of prospective employee for allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct.
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This bill amends New Jersey law to strengthen the process for hiring school employees, charter school staff, and contracted service providers. It requires these entities to thoroughly review the employment history of prospective employees for allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. The bill also establishes penalties for providing false information during the hiring process and creates a database to track employee misconduct, aiming to protect students and staff.
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