New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S 4324 — Establishes "Academic Freedom in Higher Education Protection Act."

Last action — INT 1RS REF SHI

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 21, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill protects academic freedom in higher education from government interference.

This bill establishes the Academic Freedom in Higher Education Protection Act, which ensures that higher education institutions can make decisions without government interference. It allows faculty members to teach and research freely in accordance with institutional policies.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This bill supports academic staff by safeguarding their rights to teach and research without external interference.

Summary

Academic Freedom in Higher Education Protection Act-establish

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html May 22, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SHI

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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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4324 do?
Academic Freedom in Higher Education Protection Act-establish
Who sponsors S 4324?
S 4324 is sponsored by Zwicker, Andrew (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4324?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 21, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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