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NJ S3544
Bill
Status
9/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Renee Burgess
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AI Summary
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Creates a three-year United Network for Inclusive Teaching and Youth (UNITY) Grant Program administered by the Commissioner of Education
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Awards grants to school district employees facing "adverse situations" (to be defined by the commissioner) to provide free or low-cost preschool or higher education for their dependents
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Allows the commissioner to determine grant amounts and award multi-year grants based on applications submitted by school district employees
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Requires the Commissioner of Education to submit a report to the Governor and Legislature within six months after the program concludes, including implementation details, number of employees supported, and recommendations for continuation or expansion
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Appropriates funds from the General Fund to the Department of Education to implement the program
Legislative Description
Establishes United Network for Inclusive Teaching and Youth Grant Program; makes appropriation.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
9/12/2024