Bill
Bill > S3245
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill revises certain high school student financial aid application requirements. Under current law, beginning with the 2023-2024 grade 11 class, and for two years after, a board of education is to require a student, and the student's parent or guardian, as applicable, to complete and submit a financial aid application as a prerequisite to the student receiving a high school diploma unless a waiver is submitted. This bill makes permanent the requirement that students complete a financial aid application after the 2023-2024 school year.
AI Summary
This bill makes permanent the requirement for high school students to complete and submit a financial aid application, or obtain a waiver, in order to receive a high school diploma. Previously, this requirement was set to expire after the 2023-2024 school year, but this bill removes that limitation, ensuring it applies to all future graduating classes. The bill also clarifies that the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority will provide resources to help students and parents complete these applications, and that schools must annually notify students and parents of this requirement, while also stating that no negative actions can be taken against students who receive a waiver.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (on 02/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3245 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3245_I1.HTM |
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