A4597

Provides that student is ineligible for State financial aid upon conviction for hazing.

Introduced·3/10/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A4597 makes students ineligible for state financial aid upon hazing conviction.

New Jersey A4597 amends eligibility for student financial aid by adding a provision that makes a student ineligible for such aid upon a conviction for hazing or aggravated hazing. This bill aims to deter hazing by imposing a significant consequence on students involved in such activities. Hazing has been highlighted by recent incidents as a serious issue with potentially fatal outcomes. The bill specifies that a student convicted under the relevant statutes will not qualify for state financial aid. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Education 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 Higher Education Committee