This bill mandates specific ratios of school library media specialists to students in public schools in New Jersey, establishing minimum staffing requirements based on school enrollment. For schools with fewer than 300 students, at least one half-time library media specialist is required. Schools with enrollments between 300 and 1,499 must employ at least one full-time specialist, while those with 1,500 or more students must have a minimum of two full-time specialists. Additionally, the bill stipulates that secondary school library media specialists must dedicate varying amounts of time to library work based on student enrollment, ranging from one period per day in schools with fewer than 100 students to a full school day in schools with 700 or more students.

Furthermore, the bill requires public schools with an enrollment of 500 or more students to employ at least one full-time library clerk, with an additional clerk for every additional 500 students. The legislation emphasizes the importance of qualified school library media specialists in equipping students with essential information literacy skills necessary for academic and professional success in the modern world. The bill aims to enhance the educational foundation for students by ensuring adequate library resources and support in public schools.