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NJ S4862
NJ S4862Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.
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Introduced
11/13/2025
11/13/2025
In Committee
11/13/2025
11/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides a supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for the Community College Opportunity Grant program. This program provides grants to eligible students covering the remaining cost of tuition and approved educational fees, which is not covered by State, federal, or any other need-based grant or merit scholarship, for up to 18 credits in any semester. An eligible student: is enrolled in at least six credits; does not have a prior college degree; completes a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application; meets certain academic progress standards; and has a total household adjusted gross income between $0 and $65,000. In State fiscal year 2026, prior recipients of the grant with a total household adjusted gross income between $65,001 and $80,000 may receive up to one half of the maximum award. Meanwhile, previous grant recipients with a total household adjusted income between $80,001 and $100,000 may receive up to one third of the maximum award.
AI Summary
This bill provides a supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority specifically for the Community College Opportunity Grant program in the State of New Jersey for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The appropriation will be drawn from the General Fund and allocated to support student financial assistance for community college students. While the bill text itself does not elaborate on the detailed eligibility requirements, the government-provided summary indicates that the grant is designed to help students with household incomes up to $100,000 cover remaining tuition and educational fees not already addressed by other state, federal, or merit-based financial aid. The bill aims to make higher education more accessible by providing additional funding for students who meet specific enrollment, academic progress, and financial need criteria, with the grant amount potentially varying based on household income levels. The legislation will take effect immediately upon enactment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee (on 11/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4862 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4862_I1.HTM |
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