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NJ A3651
NJ A3651Requires public school with any of grades 9 through 12 to discuss with students and parents employment opportunities as skilled laborer or through military enlistment or in agriculture.
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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 requires that a public school counselor or teacher discuss with students enrolled in grades 9 through 12 the employment opportunities available as a skilled laborer or through military enlistment or in agriculture. In discussing military enlistment, the school counselor or teacher will provide the student with information concerning the military enlistment test. The bill directs the Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Commissioner of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Commissioner of the Department of Agriculture, to provide these public schools with information on the opportunities for employment as a skilled laborer or in agriculture and on the education, certificate, or apprenticeship that may be required to qualify for such employment.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that public high schools (grades 9-12) must discuss with students and their parents or guardians various post-graduation employment paths, specifically focusing on opportunities as a skilled laborer, through military enlistment, or in agriculture. For military enlistment, school counselors or teachers are required to provide information about the military enlistment test. Additionally, the Commissioner of Education, in collaboration with the Commissioners of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Department of Agriculture, will supply these schools with details about skilled labor and agricultural job prospects, including the necessary education, certifications, or apprenticeships needed to qualify for these careers. This initiative aims to broaden students' awareness of diverse career options beyond traditional college pathways.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/A3651 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4000/3651_I1.HTM |
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