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NJ S3777

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • NJCLASS student loan borrowers who become parents qualify for a 12-week deferment of both principal and interest payments
  • Interest does not accrue during the 12-week deferment period
  • Borrowers must submit proof of child's birth or adoption within 120 days of the birth or adoption
  • The deferment period begins on the date the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority receives proof of birth or adoption
  • Applies to eligible student borrowers under New Jersey's NJCLASS Loan Program

Legislative Description

Directs Higher Education Student Assistance Authority to grant deferment of New Jersey College Loans to Assist State Students (NJCLASS) student loan payments to new parent.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Eduction3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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