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NJ S665
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Smith
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AI Summary
- Codifies the Eagleton Science and Politics Fellowship Program at Rutgers University's Eagleton Institute of Politics, with fellows designated as "John Weingart Science Fellows" in honor of the program's founder and former Associate Director
- Requires selection of at least four fellows annually who hold PhD or equivalent doctoral degrees in natural sciences, engineering, or healthcare to work with New Jersey state government
- Mandates at least two fellows be placed with the Legislature (in offices such as Legislative Services or majority/minority offices) and at least two in the Executive Branch for one-year, full-time assignments
- Appropriates $360,000 from the State General Fund for initial program stipends and administrative costs
- Establishes minimum annual appropriation of $520,000 starting in fiscal year 2025 to support ongoing program operations, stipends, and health/dental/vision benefits for fellows
Legislative Description
Codifies Eagleton Science and Politics Fellowship Program at Eagleton Institute of Politics; makes appropriation.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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