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NJ S184
NJ S184Expands volunteer tuition credit program to volunteers and eligible dependents enrolled in four-year public institutions of higher education and increases maximum value of tuition credit.
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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
Through the Volunteer Tuition Credit Program, an active member of a volunteer fire company or volunteer first aid or rescue squad, and the dependent children and spouse of a volunteer, may enroll in a postsecondary program on a tuition-free basis in a county college, county vocational school, or county technical institute and be eligible to receive tuition credit in an amount not to exceed $600 per year, provided that available classroom space permits and that tuition paying students constitute the minimum number required for the course. The maximum value of the tuition credit available through the program is currently set at $2,400 over a four-year period of eligibility. This bill expands the program to volunteers, and their dependent children and spouses, who enroll in a four-year public institution of higher education. This bill also increases the maximum value of the tuition credit available through the program to $1,000 per year, for a maximum total tuition credit of $4,000 over four years of eligibility.
AI Summary
This bill expands the Volunteer Tuition Credit Program, which currently allows active volunteer firefighters and first aid/rescue squad members, along with their dependents, to receive tuition-free enrollment and credits at county colleges, vocational schools, and technical institutes. The bill now extends this benefit to four-year public institutions of higher education, meaning volunteers and their eligible family members can pursue degrees at these institutions. Furthermore, the bill significantly increases the financial benefit by raising the maximum annual tuition credit from $600 to $1,000, and the total lifetime maximum credit from $2,400 to $4,000 over a four-year service period, providing greater incentive and support for individuals who dedicate their time to volunteer emergency services.
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 |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S184 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S0500/184_I1.HTM |
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