NJ A2112

Requires the New Jersey Council of County Colleges to submit a unified annual budget request for State support to the State Treasurer, Governor, and Legislature, rather than permitting optional budget submissions

Mandates the council develop a performance-based formula for distributing State operational aid to county colleges, with approval from the State Treasurer and Secretary of Higher Education, ensuring equitable and results-oriented funding

Establishes the council as the primary advisory body to the Governor, Legislature, and State agencies on all county college matters, including consulting on State laws, regulations, and grant programs

Requires the council to submit a biennial strategic plan outlining shared goals for county colleges aligned with State educational and economic priorities, developed with input from faculty, staff, and students

Expands council responsibilities to include building employer and educational partnerships, coordinating workforce development initiatives, enhancing data collaboration across State agencies, and administering federal Perkins Act funds for career and technical education