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NJ S1574
NJ S1574Requires school districts to provide information on free application for federal student aid to students in grades 11 and 12.
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Introduced
02/14/2022
02/14/2022
In Committee
02/14/2022
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires each school district to incorporate information in grades 11 and 12 on the free application for federal student aid as part of the district's implementation of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Career Readiness, Life Literacies, and Key Skills, and shall encourage students and their parent or guardian to complete the application. The bill also requires the Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Executive Director of the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, to publish a list of resources for school districts, parents, and students that include instructions on how to complete a free application for federal student aid.
AI Summary
This bill requires each school district in New Jersey to incorporate information on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as part of the career readiness curriculum for 11th and 12th grade students. The bill also directs the Commissioner of Education to publish a list of resources to help school districts, parents, and students navigate the FAFSA application process. The bill is intended to encourage more students to complete the FAFSA, which is a crucial step in accessing federal financial aid for college.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 02/14/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S1574 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S2000/1574_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S2000/1574_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S2000/1574_I1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1574_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S2000/1574_I1.PDF |
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