The bill establishes the "Office of Learning Equity and Academic Recovery" within the New Jersey Department of Education, aimed at promoting student literacy and advancing learning equity through academic recovery practices. The office will be staffed by personnel selected by the Commissioner of Education, who will also provide direct advice on related matters. Its duties include improving data-driven decision-making regarding literacy and learning equity, coordinating resources for effective literacy policies, conducting research on best practices, supporting school districts in implementing effective strategies, and seeking funding and professional development opportunities. The office will be funded through a combination of state and federal funds.
Additionally, the bill mandates a review of the office's operations two years after its establishment to evaluate its success and provide recommendations for improvement. The Commissioner of Education is tasked with promulgating necessary rules to implement the provisions of the bill, which takes effect immediately upon approval.