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NJ S1449
NJ S1449Requires governing boards of public institutions of higher education to adopt tuition and fee schedules for ensuing academic year during Spring semester after issuance of Governor's recommended budget.
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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 would require governing boards of public institutions of higher education to adopt their tuition and fee schedules for the following academic year during the Spring semester after the release of the Governor's recommended budget. This bill is intended to ensure that the adoption of a tuition or fee schedule by a governing board occurs during a time period when members of the college community are present on campus, so that they have a greater opportunity to be heard on any proposed changes to the schedule.
AI Summary
This bill requires the governing boards, which are the decision-making bodies, of public colleges and universities in New Jersey to set their tuition and fee schedules for the upcoming academic year during the Spring semester, specifically after the Governor releases their recommended budget. This change is intended to ensure that students, faculty, and staff, referred to as the "college community," are present on campus and have a better opportunity to voice their opinions on any proposed increases or changes to tuition and fees.
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/S1449 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1449_I1.HTM |
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