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NJ S3085
Bill
Status
4/11/2024
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Cryan
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AI Summary
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Public service employers in New Jersey must certify employment for employees seeking federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), either by completing the PSLF form or sharing data directly with the U.S. Department of Education
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Educators receive a 3.35-hour credit for each hour of classroom or lecture time when calculating full-time status for PSLF certification purposes
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Employers must provide partially completed PSLF forms to employees upon request, annually for those previously certified, and upon separation from employment
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Secretary of Higher Education must develop promotional materials about PSLF, including a standardized letter, fact sheet with official website information, and FAQ document
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Public service employers must provide PSLF materials to all employees annually and to new hires within 30 days of their start date
Legislative Description
Requires public service employer to certify employment of qualifying employees under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program; requires Secretary of Higher Education to develop materials to promote Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee
4/11/2024