Bill > S3902

This bill expands excused absence policies for high school juniors and seniors in New Jersey, providing students with three additional excused absences per school year specifically for college visits or postsecondary technical institution visits. The bill also allows students who are enlisting in military service to have absences related to military recruitment activities (such as testing, medical evaluations, interviews, and fingerprinting) recorded as excused absences. These excused absences will not negatively impact a student's attendance record or be noted on transcripts or other official forms. To qualify for these excused absences, students must provide documentation to their school's superintendent or administrative principal proving the purpose of their absence. The bill defines military service as including both active and reserve components of the United States Armed Forces and the National Guard. The legislation will take effect in the first full school year following its enactment, supporting multiple pathways to college and career for high school students in New Jersey by providing flexibility for educational and military-related activities.

Education, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3902