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NJ S4762
NJ S4762Establishes one-time grant program to support implementation of free, full-day kindergarten programs in certain school districts; appropriates $5 million.
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Introduced
10/27/2025
10/27/2025
In Committee
10/27/2025
10/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the Commissioner of Education to establish a one-time grant program to support the implementation of free, full-day kindergarten programs in school districts that do not currently offer the programs. The most recent information for the 2024-2025 school year indicates there are 10 school districts that do not offer free, full-day kindergarten: Moorestown Township Public School District; Haddonfield School District; Metuchen Public School District; Monroe Township School District; Millstone Township School District; School District Of The Chathams; Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District; Hillsborough Township Public School District; Cranford Public School District; and Westfield Public School District. The bill requires school districts to submit an application to the commissioner that includes a plan on how the district will implement free, full-day kindergarten and the costs associated with doing so. The bill appropriates $5 million for the grant program, and the grants would be evenly distributed to the eligible districts.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a one-time grant program administered by the Commissioner of Education to support the implementation of free, full-day kindergarten in 10 specific New Jersey school districts that currently do not offer such programs. The targeted districts include Moorestown Township, Haddonfield, Metuchen, Monroe Township, Millstone Township, Chathams, Bridgewater-Raritan, Hillsborough Township, Cranford, and Westfield. To receive funding, each school district must submit an application to the commissioner that includes a detailed implementation plan and cost estimates for their full-day kindergarten program. The bill appropriates $5 million from the General Fund, which will be distributed equally among the eligible districts after the commissioner reviews and approves their applications. The legislation is designed to help these districts expand their kindergarten offerings and provide full-day educational opportunities for young students, with the grants intended to cover initial implementation costs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 10/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4762 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4762_I1.HTM |
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