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NJ AR95
NJ AR95Urges State Board of Education to require school districts to incorporate financial literary instruction into mathematics and social studies curriculum.
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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 Assembly resolution urges the New Jersey State Board of Education to require school districts to incorporate financial literary instruction into the mathematics and social studies curriculum. Financial literacy instruction serves an important role in the development of young people. In addition to providing them with information to help create savings plans and manage debt, financial literacy instruction can help individuals develop efficient household budgets and formulate strategic investment decisions. However, instead of mandating additional separate curriculum requirements on school districts, financial literacy instruction should be incorporated into the existing curriculum. The New Jersey Student Learning Standards in mathematics is clearly an appropriate place to incorporate financial literary instruction, and other subject areas, including social studies, could also be tailored to improve a student's understanding of financial literacy.
AI Summary
This resolution urges the New Jersey State Board of Education to require school districts to integrate financial literacy instruction into their existing mathematics and social studies curricula, rather than creating separate courses. The goal is to equip students with essential skills for managing money, such as creating savings plans, managing debt, developing household budgets, and making investment decisions, without adding extra burdens to schools or students. Financial literacy is recognized as crucial for individual and societal well-being, and this approach aims to ensure students receive this vital education by embedding it within subjects they already study.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/AR95 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/AR/95_I1.HTM |
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