New Jersey A2459 establishes a scholarship and grant program for students in public higher education institutions pursuing community service.

New Jersey A2459 creates a scholarship program for students at public institutions of higher education who commit to community service in areas like climate action, K-12 education, and food insecurity. The Higher Education Student Assistance Authority will administer the program, awarding $10,000 scholarships to eligible students. The bill also mandates the Secretary of Higher Education to establish a grant program, providing $100,000 to each of 10 selected public institutions to support community service partnerships.

New Jersey A2459 establishes a scholarship and grant program for students in public higher education institutions pursuing community service.

New Jersey A2459 creates a scholarship program for students at public institutions of higher education who commit to community service in areas like climate action, K-12 education, and food insecurity. The Higher Education Student Assistance Authority will administer the program, awarding $10,000 scholarships to eligible students. The bill also mandates the Secretary of Higher Education to establish a grant program, providing $100,000 to each of 10 selected public institutions to support community service partnerships.