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NJ S68
NJ S68Requires school districts to provide information on free application for federal student aid to students in grades 11 and 12.
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Introduced
01/14/2020
01/14/2020
In Committee
08/20/2020
08/20/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Introduced Session
2020-2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that, beginning with the 2020-2021 grade eleven class, the State Board of Education will require that the local graduation requirements adopted by a board of education include the requirement that a student complete and submit a free application for federal student aid, generally referred to as FAFSA. The Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Executive Director of the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, is directed to publish a list of resources for school districts, parents, and students that include instructions how to complete a FAFSA.
AI Summary
This bill requires school districts to provide information on the free application for federal student aid (FAFSA) to students in grades 11 and 12 as part of career readiness and life skills education. The Commissioner of Education is also directed to publish resources to help school districts, parents, and students complete the FAFSA. The bill will take effect in the first full school year after it is enacted.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 08/20/2020)
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