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TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Barbara Buono and Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg that allows school districts to continue to implement anti-bullying prevention and training programs at no cost to the district was signed into law by Governor Christie.

“The Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights is an imperative piece of legislation that shows students across the Garden State that we will not condone harassment or violence in our schools and that school communities will stand up for bullied students to help and protect them,” said Senator Buono, D-Middlesex. “I am proud that we were able to quickly and effectively determine a working solution to problems that have arisen in the implementation of this legislation so that we can continue to protect the physical and emotional well-being of our children.”

TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Barbara Buono and Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg that would allow school districts to continue to implement anti-bullying prevention and training programs at no cost to the district was approved today in both the State Senate and the General Assembly, receiving final legislative approval.

“The Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights is landmark legislation that works to ensure every child in New Jersey is afforded a learning environment free from harassment, violence, and predatory behavior,” said Senator Buono (D-Middlesex). “With these changes to the law, school districts should be able to implement protections to ensure that no child is afraid to attend school. As a mother, I stand proud that we have found a working solution to this major public health problem.”