New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

A 5385 — Establishes two-generational school readiness and workforce development pilot program for certain low-income households.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AED

  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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In plain language

The bill establishes a pilot program to support school readiness and workforce development for low-income households.

This bill creates a pilot program intended to enhance school readiness and workforce development for certain low-income households. It aims to help families by integrating education and employment opportunities.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families may receive additional resources to help prepare their children for school and enhance job opportunities for parents.

Summary

School readiness & workforce devel pilot prog-estab, cert low-income households

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 11, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AED

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5385 do?
School readiness & workforce devel pilot prog-estab, cert low-income households
Who sponsors A 5385?
A 5385 is sponsored by Reynolds-Jackson, Verlina (Democrat) and Carter, Linda S. (Democrat).
What is the current status of A 5385?
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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