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NJ S2488
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nilsa Cruz-Perez
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AI Summary
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Prohibits New Jersey colleges and universities that offer on-campus child care from charging student-parents more than the value of their "New Jersey Cares for Kids" (NJCK) voucher for child care services
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Applies specifically to institutions of higher education that both provide child care to enrolled students and accept NJCK vouchers as payment
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The NJCK Program provides child care assistance to eligible families who meet certain income guidelines, administered through county-based Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies
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Sponsored by Senator Nilsa I. Cruz-Perez representing Camden and Gloucester counties (District 5)
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Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session and would take effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits institution of higher education that provides child care from charging student-parent who receives child care voucher under "New Jersey Cares for Kids Program" an amount for child care in excess of voucher amount.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee
1/13/2026