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NJ S3976

NJ S3976
Grants priority course registration to certain student parents attending institutions of higher education.


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Introduced
12/16/2024
In Committee
06/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Grants priority course registration to certain student parents attending institutions of higher education.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to require institutions of higher education in New Jersey to grant priority course registration to undergraduate student parents who meet specific criteria. To be eligible, a student must be the parent or legal guardian of a child under 18 years old and must be a resident of New Jersey. The bill mandates that these student parents will be granted priority registration using the same procedures already in place for other groups who currently receive priority registration at the institution. Additionally, the bill requires that before each academic semester, the educational institution must notify potentially eligible students about this priority registration option. The purpose of the bill appears to be supporting student parents by giving them an earlier opportunity to register for courses, which could help them better manage their academic schedules alongside their parenting responsibilities. The legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading (on 06/12/2025)

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