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NJ S2218

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Teresa Ruiz

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Secretary of Higher Education must create and maintain a database tracking available student openings in Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) programs at each participating institution

  • Database must be accessible to campus EOF directors to improve communication about potential placements with eligible students

  • Participating institutions must notify the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education when an EOF program opening is filled, and the office must update the database within one business day

  • When an eligible student cannot secure placement in an EOF program, campus directors must provide information about openings at other participating institutions

  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment

Legislative Description

Requires Secretary of Higher Education to create and maintain database of Educational Opportunity Fund student admissions.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Eduction1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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