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NJ S3886

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $3 million annually from the Social Equity Excise Fee (assessed on cannabis sales) to the Department of State for Freedom Schools in New Jersey

  • Redirects funds from the Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Fund, specifically from the Social Equity Excise Fee revenue stream

  • Freedom Schools are supported by the New Jersey Office of Faith Based Initiatives and provide K-12 students with intensive summer academic programs, tutoring, and homework assistance throughout the school year

  • Funding is subject to approval by the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Appropriates $3 million annually to Freedom Schools in New Jersey using funds collected under Social Equity Excise Fee.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education3/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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