Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.5 million to provide tuition assistance for students enrolled at Thomas Edison State University.
Impact
The implementation of A3862 is expected to enhance educational opportunities for adult students who are enrolled at TESU. By allocating funds specifically for this purpose, the bill promotes greater accessibility to higher education for individuals who may otherwise struggle to obtain the necessary financial support. The assistance provided by the Grant Opportunity for TESU (GO-TESU) will allow these students to focus on their academic goals without the burden of financial constraints, potentially leading to higher retention and graduation rates.
Summary
Assembly Bill A3862 proposes a supplemental appropriation of $1.5 million aimed at providing targeted tuition assistance for students enrolled at Thomas Edison State University (TESU). This funding is specifically designed to support non-traditional students who often face obstacles in accessing conventional financial aid options, such as Tuition Aid Grants. The bill recognizes the unique educational environment at TESU, which caters exclusively to adult learners, and aims to further facilitate their educational pursuits by alleviating financial barriers.
Contention
Despite the positive intent behind A3862, there may be some contention regarding the appropriateness and distribution of state funds for this specific purpose. Critics might argue about prioritizing this spending against other pressing needs within the education system. Additionally, there could be discussions about the adequacy of the allocation and how it compares to funding available for traditional institutions. Concerns may arise about whether this targeted assistance sufficiently addresses the broader challenges faced by all adult learners in New Jersey.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $20 million for provision of Summer Tuition Aid Grants in summer 2025; provides conditional authority for transfer of additional resources to Summer Tuition Aid Grants account.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $20 million for provision of Summer Tuition Aid Grants in summer 2025; provides conditional authority for transfer of additional resources to Summer Tuition Aid Grants account.
Phases out State tuition aid grants for students enrolled in proprietary institutions of higher education; redirects State tuition aid grant funding for students enrolled in proprietary institutions to summer tuition aid grant program.
To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.