A4593

Extends eligibility for tuition benefit to dependents of members of United States Armed Forces who died while on active duty.

Introduced·3/10/26
Introduced Text

Extends tuition benefit to dependents of U.S. Armed Forces members who died on active duty.

New Jersey A4593 extends tuition benefits to dependents of U.S. Armed Forces members who died on active duty, allowing them to attend public higher education institutions tuition-free. The bill also provides a monetary award equal to 10% of tuition costs for non-tuition education expenses. This benefit applies to children or spouses who meet eligibility criteria, including enrollment in good standing and application for all available grants and scholarships. The award is intended to cover costs such as housing, dining, fees, and supplies.

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Where it stands

Current
Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 10

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee