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NJ A2092

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Carter

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the one-year time limit for NJ STARS-eligible students to demonstrate college readiness if they initially fail to meet required skill levels on placement tests
  • Eliminates the current requirement that eligible students must enroll full-time at a county college by the fifth semester after high school graduation
  • Establishes that once a student's NJ STARS eligibility is confirmed, it does not expire as long as they meet program criteria when they choose to participate
  • Allows students who need remediation before pursuing credit-bearing coursework more flexibility to address deficiencies on their own timeline
  • Amends P.L.2008, c.124 governing the New Jersey Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship Program

Legislative Description

Broadens eligibility of NJ STARS Program by permitting later entry into program.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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