NJ S840

Expands existing protections for pregnant students at New Jersey colleges and universities to include "parenting students," defined as enrolled students who are parents or legal guardians of children under 18 years old.

Prohibits institutions from requiring parenting students to take leave, withdraw, or limit their studies solely due to their parenting status.

Requires colleges to provide reasonable accommodations including excused absences for medical necessities and urgent caregiving obligations, with appropriate documentation.

Guarantees parenting students in good academic standing up to one academic year of leave while maintaining their standing, without requiring them to reapply for admission upon return.

Mandates that institutions post their parenting and pregnancy discrimination policies on their websites and distribute them during orientation.