New bill proposes later start time for New Jersey high schools

NJ bill to push back school start times

TRENTON, N.J. -- New Jersey high school students may soon get some extra sleep before heading to class in the morning. 

A newly introduced bill calls for a later start time of 8:30 a.m. or later.

Most state high schools currently start between 7:20 and 7:40 a.m.

Supporters of the bill say it will help boost mental health and wellness among teenagers.

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