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NJ S2606
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Vin Gopal
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AI Summary
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Secretary of Higher Education must establish the New Jersey Legislative Youth Council and select a state college or university to host and provide administrative support for the program.
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Council membership eligibility changes from ages 15-23 to ages 18-25, and the residency requirement drops from 15 years to 10 years in New Jersey.
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The 40 council members (one per legislative district) will be appointed by legislators within 60 days of each new two-year legislative term and will serve for that term only.
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A coordinator appointed by the host institution will oversee daily operations, arrange meetings with policymakers, and report biennially to the Legislature and Secretary of Higher Education.
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Stipends will be provided to both the coordinator and council members in amounts determined by the Secretary, replacing the previous expense-reimbursement-only model.
Legislative Description
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish Legislative Youth Council and select institution of higher education in this State as host; makes changes to council's structure to provide flexibility in activities and operations.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee
1/13/2026