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NJ A303
NJ A303Requires school districts to award students high school graduation credits in health, safety, and physical education for completing county fire academy course under certain circumstances.
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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 bill permits a student who successfully completes a course at a county fire academy to be eligible to receive credit toward meeting the high school graduation requirements for health, safety, and physical education if the student meets certain criteria. The student is required to: be between the ages of 16 and 18 years old; complete an examination, as applicable, to become a junior firefighter, or equivalent; and commit to volunteer at the fire department that serves the municipality in which the student resides for a period of two years.
AI Summary
This bill allows high school students between the ages of 16 and 18 to earn credits towards their graduation requirements in health, safety, and physical education by successfully completing a course at a county fire academy, provided they pass an examination to become a junior firefighter or an equivalent role and commit to volunteering with their local fire department for two years. This initiative aims to recognize the valuable training and community service provided by these academies, offering an alternative pathway for students to fulfill certain academic requirements while contributing to public safety.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
- ‐ Vocational Education
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A303 | 01/28/2026 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/303_I1.HTM | 01/28/2026 |
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