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New Jersey Assembly Bill A2325
New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session
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New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A2325

Introduced
1/13/26  

Caption

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.

Impact

The bill primarily benefits students with a total household adjusted gross income between $0 and $65,000, covering the remaining costs of their education. For those with incomes between $65,001 and $80,000, the bill proposes limited grants of up to half of the maximum award, while prior recipients with incomes from $80,001 to $100,000 may receive a portion of the maximum award. This tiered approach is aimed at expanding access to higher education while still addressing the needs of middle-income families seeking educational opportunities.

Summary

Assembly Bill A2325 proposes a supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million directed towards the Community College Opportunity Grant program in New Jersey. This grant program is designed to assist eligible students with covering tuition and approved educational fees not already funded by state, federal, or other available financial resources. Specifically, the program aims to support students enrolled in at least six credits and who do not have a prior college degree. It is intended to provide access to education and alleviate financial burdens for lower-income students.

Contention

Although the bill is positioned as a positive step towards improving access to higher education, potential points of contention may arise regarding the sufficiency of the funding relative to the growing costs of tuition and educational fees. Critics may argue that the income thresholds set for eligibility could exclude many students who still struggle to afford higher education. Moreover, debates may occur around the allocation of state funds, with some stakeholders advocating for broader financial support mechanisms or questioning the prioritization of community college funding over other educational areas.

Companion Bills

NJ S4862

Carry Over Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.

NJ A5988

Carry Over Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.

NJ S2647

Same As Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.

Similar Bills

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MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

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MD SB319

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