S.2377

Requires public institutions of higher education to waive or reimburse application fees and transcript fees for veterans and members of the military.

Introduced·1/29/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2377 mandates public higher education institutions to waive or reimburse application and transcript fees for veterans and military.

New Jersey S2377 requires public institutions of higher education to waive or reimburse application fees and transcript fees for veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and members of the New Jersey National Guard who reside in the state and are admitted to these institutions. This act aims to support veterans and active military personnel by alleviating financial barriers to higher education. The provisions of this bill take effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Eduction Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 29, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee