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NJ S779
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Singer
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AI Summary
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New Jersey high school students would be required to complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as a graduation requirement, beginning with the grade 11 class in the first full school year following enactment.
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Students may request an exemption by submitting a signed form from a parent or guardian, or from the student themselves if they are at least 18 years old.
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The Commissioner of Education must publish resources for school districts, parents, and students with instructions on completing the FAFSA, developed in consultation with the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority.
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The requirement applies to local graduation requirements adopted by individual boards of education across the state.
Legislative Description
Requires students to complete free application for federal student aid as part of high school graduation requirements or request an exemption.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026