NJ lawmakers approve extra mental health support for schools

New Jersey lawmakers approved a plan to expand school-based mental health services over the coming years, a priority for Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who is expected to sign the bill.

By: Lilo H. Stainton

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: July 2, 2026

Words: 855

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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New Jersey lawmakers approved a plan to strengthen school-based mental health services, connect more districts with behavioral health providers in their communities and, eventually, link them all with a centralized team of psychiatrists.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill outlined one aspect of the program in her budget speech in March and is expected to sign the legislation, which passed both houses of the legislature Tuesday with near unanimous support. Her office declined to comment …

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