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NJ SJR23
NJ SJR23Urges President and Congress of United States to enact student loan forgiveness program for teachers in military-impacted communities.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This joint resolution urges the President and the Congress of the United States to enact a student loan forgiveness program for teachers who teach in military-impacted communities to help attract and retain highly qualified and skilled teachers to teach in those communities and ensure that military-connected students receive a quality education. The dependent children of active duty United States military personnel often encounter educational and social-emotional challenges during the transition to a new school when the student's parent or guardian is relocated due to the active member's continued military service. Teachers often serve as the initial point of contact for many military-connected students and can help ease entry into the new school environment for those students.
AI Summary
This joint resolution urges the President and Congress of the United States to create a student loan forgiveness program specifically for teachers working in "military-impacted communities," which are defined as areas served by a local educational agency where at least 20% of students have a parent on active duty. The goal is to attract and keep skilled teachers in these communities, recognizing that military families often face educational challenges when relocating, and teachers play a crucial role in helping military-connected students adjust to new schools. The resolution highlights that existing federal legislation proposes canceling up to $17,500 in federal student loans for teachers who have served five consecutive years in such communities, acknowledging the significant student loan debt many Americans carry.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SJR23 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SJR/23_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/SJR/23_I1.HTM |
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