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NJ A2178

NJ A2178
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
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 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 to students in grades 11 and 12 on the free application for federal student aid (FAFSA) as part of their 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, must publish a list of resources to help school districts, parents, and students understand how to complete the FAFSA. The bill will take effect in the first full school year after it is enacted.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 01/09/2024)

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