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NJ S535

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Beach

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a one-time $100,000 grant to be awarded by the Secretary of Higher Education to a four-year public institution in New Jersey
  • Grant recipient must study and recommend best practices for encouraging youth interest and participation in government
  • Applicants must submit a proposal detailing study objectives and projected budget for how grant funds will be used
  • Grant recipient must issue a report within one year identifying best practices and providing recommendations for promoting youth participation in government
  • Commissioner of Education must post the report online and distribute copies to all school districts in the state within 60 days of receiving it

Legislative Description

Establishes one-time grant to study and recommend best practices for encouraging youth participation in government.

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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