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NJ S3306

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/20/2024

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a five-year pilot program in the Department of Education to deliver academic and job readiness support services to both parents and children in the same low-income household simultaneously

  • Pilot program sites must be located in municipalities with poverty rates at least twice the statewide average, with annual state funding capped at $1,500,000

  • Services include early learning programs, adult education, child care, housing assistance, job training, transportation, financial literacy, and health/mental health services, offered at one location when possible

  • Creates an interagency working group including commissioners from seven state departments, four legislators, representatives from low-income households, and experts in two-generational programs to oversee the pilot

  • Requires a report to the Governor and Legislature four years after implementation covering program outcomes, challenges, costs, and recommendations for statewide expansion

Legislative Description

Establishes two-generational school readiness and workforce development pilot program for certain low-income households.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

5/20/2024

Committee Referrals

Education5/20/2024

Full Bill Text

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