New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

A 5382 — Establishes New Jersey Student Emergency Aid Program in Higher Education Student Assistance Authority.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AHI

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

Creates a Student Emergency Aid Program in New Jersey.

This bill establishes a program to provide emergency financial aid to students in New Jersey. It aims to support students facing unforeseen financial hardships.

What this means for you
  • Families: This could help your child overcome unexpected financial difficulties while pursuing their education.
  • Students: This means you may have access to emergency financial aid to help you stay in school during tough times.
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Summary

Student Emergency Aid Program-establish

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 11, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AHI

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5382 do?
Student Emergency Aid Program-establish
Who sponsors A 5382?
A 5382 is sponsored by Morales, Carmen Theresa (Democrat).
What is the current status of A 5382?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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