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NJ A4815

NJ A4815
Requires school districts to provide information on free application for federal student aid to students in grades 11 and 12.


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Introduced
10/20/2022
In Committee
10/20/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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 provide information on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to students in grades 11 and 12 as part of the district's implementation of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Career Readiness, Life Literacies, and Key Skills. The bill also encourages students and their parents or guardians to complete the FAFSA. Additionally, the Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Executive Director of the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, is required to publish a list of resources for school districts, parents, and students that include instructions on how to complete the FAFSA. The bill will take effect in the first full school year following the date of enactment.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 10/20/2022)

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