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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 bill directs the Department of Education to conduct a study on students who are caregivers and the impact on student academic outcomes. The study is to identify issues experienced by high school students enrolled in public and nonpublic schools in the State who are primary caregivers in their home; a review of absenteeism rates for students who identify as caregivers; and a review of academic outcomes, including high school graduation and college enrollment rates, of students who identify as caregivers. This bill also directs the Commissioner of Education to prepare and submit a written report of the study's findings to the Governor and to the Legislature. The report is required to include any recommendations, if applicable, regarding the development of a program to address issues identified in the study.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Education (DOE) to conduct a study on students who are caregivers and the impact on their academic outcomes. The study will identify issues experienced by high school students in public and private schools who are primary caregivers at home, review absenteeism rates for student caregivers, and examine academic outcomes like graduation and college enrollment for this group. The Commissioner of Education must prepare and submit a report on the study's findings, including any recommendations for developing a program to address the issues identified.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A1681 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2000/1681_I1.HTM |
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