New Jersey § 18a:8-21
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 18a:8-21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18a:8-21.
The board of education of the new district, and the board of education of the remaining
district, to which members are first elected shall not take charge and control of
the schools of their respective districts until the beginning of the next school year,
but each may in the meantime exercise any powers which may be necessary for the proper
organization and functioning of the public schools of the district when the same shall
be created, and any expenses incurred in connection therewith may be paid from appropriations
of said districts, when created, if items therefor are included in the budgets of
the district, notwithstanding that said expenses were incurred prior to the creation
of said district, and they may call special elections for the purchase of land and
the construction, alteration or repair of school buildings, and for the making of
special appropriations or the issuance of bonds for any lawful purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 18a:8-21
What does New Jersey Statutes § 18a:8-21 cover?
Section 18a:8-21 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 18a:8-21?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 18a:8-21" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 18a:8-21 apply to my situation?
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