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NJ S3580
NJ S3580Requires public institutions of higher education to waive or reimburse application fees and transcript fees for veterans and members of military.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a public institution of higher education to waive or reimburse the institution's application fee and fee for the receipt or transmission of a transcript for each veteran, member of the Armed Forces of the United States, the Reserve components thereof, or member of the New Jersey National Guard who resides in the State and accepts admission to the public institution of higher education.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that public colleges and universities in New Jersey must waive or reimburse application fees and transcript fees for any veteran, active-duty member of the U.S. Armed Forces, reservist, or member of the New Jersey National Guard who lives in the state and is accepted into the institution, ensuring that these individuals are not burdened by the costs associated with applying and transferring their academic records.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3580 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S4000/3580_I1.HTM |
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