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NJ A4597
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol Murphy
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AI Summary
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Students convicted of hazing or aggravated hazing under New Jersey law (P.L.1980, c.169) would become permanently ineligible for State financial aid programs
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Amends N.J.S.18A:71B-2, adding a new subsection (e) to existing student financial aid eligibility requirements
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Sponsored by Assemblywoman Carol A. Murphy of District 7 (Burlington) and introduced March 10, 2026 in the 222nd Legislature
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Bill statement cites fatal hazing incidents at Pennsylvania State University, Louisiana State University, and Florida State University in 2017 as justification for the additional deterrent measure
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Provides that student is ineligible for State financial aid upon conviction for hazing.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
3/10/2026