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NJ S1343
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Pennacchio
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AI Summary
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Students aged 16-18 who successfully complete a county fire academy course may receive high school graduation credit toward health, safety, and physical education requirements.
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Eligible students must complete an examination to become a junior firefighter or equivalent position.
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Students must commit to volunteering at their local municipal fire department for two years to qualify for the graduation credit.
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Completion of the fire academy course does not satisfy requirements for membership in the Junior Firefighter's Auxiliary established under existing New Jersey law.
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The law would take effect immediately and apply beginning with the first full school year following enactment.
Legislative Description
Permits students to be eligible for high school graduation credits in health, safety, and physical education for completing county fire academy course under certain circumstances.
2nd Reading in the Senate
Last Action
Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
3/2/2026