Bill > A1198

This bill establishes limits on transcript release restrictions at institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions. It prohibits these institutions from refusing to provide a transcript or conditioning its provision on the payment of a debt of $2,000 or less in non-mandatory charges. The bill allows institutions to condition transcript provision on a student's agreement to enter a repayment plan for unpaid tuition, room and board, or other mandatory fees exceeding $2,000, or for non-mandatory charges exceeding $2,000. However, institutions cannot restrict transcript access for students who need it to apply for or refinance student loans. Violations of the bill's requirements are considered unlawful practices subject to penalties. The bill does not apply to institutions' provision of transcripts to students residing outside the United States.

Education

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A1198