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NJ S1457
NJ S1457Allows students to use portion of opportunity grant awards under Educational Opportunity Fund program during summer session.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that a student may elect to use a portion of an opportunity grant funded through the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF), during the summer session following the academic year for courses that fulfill graduation requirements or award credits in the student's academic major. The student would be responsible for notifying the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education of the intent to use a portion of the award during the summer. The Secretary of Higher Education would adjust the amount of the student's award that will be disbursed during the academic year, and notify the student that using a portion of the grant during the summer session will reduce the amount of the award that will be disbursed during the academic year. The secretary would also be required to annually report the number of students who did and did not use a portion of a grant award to enroll in courses during the summer, and the number and percent of these students who graduated within 100 percent and 150 percent of average completion time. This bill implements a recommendation of the College Affordability Study Commission which released its final report in September 2016.
AI Summary
This bill allows students receiving an opportunity grant, which is a type of financial aid under the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) program designed to help disadvantaged students, to use a portion of that grant money for summer classes that count towards their degree requirements or major credits. Students must inform the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education of their intention to use the grant for summer sessions before the academic year begins, and this will result in a reduction of the grant amount disbursed during the regular academic year. The Secretary will also be required to track and report annually how many students use this option for summer enrollment and how it affects their graduation timelines, specifically whether they graduate within 100% or 150% of the average time to complete their degree. This change is based on a recommendation from the College Affordability Study Commission.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1457 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1457_I1.HTM |
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