This bill amends existing law to require school districts in New Jersey to allow graduating students to wear a military sash or stole, in addition to a dress uniform, during their high school graduation ceremony. The bill specifies that students must meet certain criteria to be eligible to wear these items, including fulfilling all state and local requirements for receiving a high school diploma and being otherwise eligible to participate in the ceremony.

The amendment also clarifies that for students wearing a dress uniform, they must have completed basic training and be an active member of a branch of the United States Armed Forces. This change aims to honor and recognize the service of students who have enlisted in the military by allowing them to display their military affiliation during graduation. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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Introduced: 18A:7C-5.3