The resolution establishes the Senate Task Force on Legislative Curriculum Mandates in New Jersey, aimed at reviewing existing statutory curriculum requirements for grades K-12. This initiative arises from the recognition that various curriculum mandates have been enacted in recent years, necessitating a comprehensive evaluation to ensure they align with current educational goals and do not impose unnecessary burdens on schools. The task force will consist of eight members, including two bipartisan Senate members as co-chairpersons and six education policy experts representing diverse educational perspectives.
The task force's responsibilities include assessing the educational impact, effectiveness, and financial implications of current curriculum mandates, as well as considering potential revisions, repeals, or consolidations to better meet contemporary educational needs. It will gather input from educators, administrators, parents, students, and other stakeholders to inform its findings. A report detailing the task force's conclusions and recommendations is to be submitted to the Senate within one year of the resolution's adoption.