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NJ A443
NJ A443Establishes United Network for Inclusive Teaching and Youth Grant Program; makes appropriation.
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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 the Commissioner of Education to administer a three-year United Network for Inclusive Teaching and Youth (UNITY) Grant Program. The program is to award grants to school district employees facing adverse situations, as defined by the commissioner, to provide access to free or low cost preschool or higher education for their dependents. A school district employee that wishes to receive a grant is to submit an application to the commissioner in a form and manner prescribed by the commissioner. The application is to include any information required by the commissioner. Under the bill, the commissioner is to determine the amount of each grant awarded under the program and the commissioner may award multi-year grants. The sponsor notes that the purpose of the bill is to foster collaboration, inclusivity, and support within the educational community for the benefit of both school district employees and their children.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a three-year grant program called the United Network for Inclusive Teaching and Youth (UNITY) Grant Program, which will be managed by the Commissioner of Education. The program aims to support school district employees who are experiencing difficult circumstances, as determined by the Commissioner, by providing them with grants to help cover the costs of preschool or higher education for their children. Employees interested in receiving a grant must apply to the Commissioner, providing any information requested, and the Commissioner will decide the grant amounts, which can be awarded for multiple years. The bill also mandates that the Commissioner report on the program's implementation, the number of employees helped, and any recommendations for its future to the Governor and the Legislature, and it appropriates necessary funds from the General Fund to make the program operational immediately.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A443 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/443_I1.HTM |
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