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NJ S908

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Testa

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "New Jersey Works Dual Enrollment Option Program" allowing at-risk high school students and recent dropouts to complete graduation requirements through county college coursework
  • Credits earned at county colleges count toward both high school diploma and college credentials, certificates, or degrees
  • Students and families pay no tuition, fees, or other program costs; school districts continue receiving State aid for enrolled students
  • Department of Labor and Workforce Development must provide job placement services to students who successfully complete the program
  • Students enrolled in the program are ineligible to participate in high school athletic or extracurricular activities

Legislative Description

Establishes "New Jersey Works Dual Enrollment Option Program."

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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