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NJ A5040
Bill
Status
11/14/2024
Primary Sponsor
Alex Sauickie
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AI Summary
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Public colleges and universities must allow SNAP and WIC recipients to enroll tuition-free in family and consumer science courses
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Tuition-free enrollment is contingent on available classroom space and requires that enough tuition-paying students have already enrolled to meet minimum course requirements
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Students completing courses under this program will not receive academic credit
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The bill aims to increase fresh fruit and vegetable purchases among participants, supporting New Jersey's agricultural industry
Legislative Description
Permits individuals eligible to receive SNAP or WIC to enroll in courses on family and consumer science at public institutions of higher education without paying tuition.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
11/14/2024