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NJ A3669
NJ A3669Requires institutions of higher education to distribute information on availability of allowance for dependent care expenses in determination of cost of attendance.
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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
The cost of attendance at an institution of higher education is calculated by each institution using elements set forth in federal law at 20 U.S.C. s.1087ll. In addition to expenses such as tuition, fees, and room and board, the cost of attendance may include an allowance, known as a "dependent care allowance," for students who have one or more dependents and who incur expenses for those dependents' care while attending the institution of higher education. Being eligible for a dependent care allowance increases the student's total cost of attendance, which could make the student eligible for additional financial aid dollars. This bill seeks to increase awareness of the dependent care allowance so that more student parents may take advantage of additional financial aid while attending an institution of higher education. The bill would require that information on the availability of, the procedures for requesting, and, if feasible, an estimate of the amount of the allowance be provided on the financial aid shopping sheet given to a prospective student who has one or more dependents. The bill would also require an institution of higher education or a proprietary institution licensed to offer academic degrees to post on its Internet website information concerning the availability of and the procedures for requesting the dependent care allowance. Lastly, the bill requires an institution to provide with all paper applications for admission a hard copy of information regarding the dependent care allowance.
AI Summary
This bill requires institutions of higher education to better inform students about a financial aid option called the "dependent care allowance," which can help cover expenses for students with children or other dependents. Specifically, colleges and universities must now include information about this allowance, how to request it, and an estimated amount on the financial aid "shopping sheet" given to prospective students with dependents, which is a document designed to help students compare financial aid offers. Additionally, these institutions must post details about the dependent care allowance on their websites and provide a printed copy with any paper applications for admission, ensuring that more student parents are aware of this potential financial support that can increase their overall cost of attendance and thus their eligibility for more financial aid.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/A3669 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4000/3669_I1.HTM |
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