Prohibits four-year public institution of higher education from charging tuition and fees to student who is spouse or dependent child of disabled veteran.
Impact
If enacted, this legislation would directly affect the financial policies of public universities in New Jersey by mandating that they allow eligible individuals to attend without financial charge. It would also require the state to cover the cost of waived tuition and fees, thereby providing financial relief to institutions that may otherwise depend on these fees for revenue. Such a requirement could lead to an increase in applications from families of disabled veterans, likely enhancing their enrollment in higher education and potentially improving their career prospects.
Summary
Senate Bill S1796 aims to enhance educational opportunities for the spouses and dependent children of disabled veterans by prohibiting four-year public institutions of higher education from charging tuition and fees for these students. This initiative recognizes the sacrifices made by veterans and seeks to alleviate the financial burden associated with attending college. The bill stipulates that eligible persons must be accepted to an undergraduate program and maintain good standing while also applying for any applicable state and federal grants, as well as benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs related to education.
Contention
While the bill generally garners support as a measure of gratitude towards veterans and their families, it could face opposition regarding the financial implications for the state budget. Critics may raise concerns about the sustainability of such a waiver system, questioning whether it could lead to a strain on public funds if not properly managed. Additionally, there could be debates on ensuring that these benefits do not inadvertently disadvantage other groups of students seeking assistance or resources for higher education.
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Prohibits four-year public institution of higher education from charging tuition and fees to student who is spouse or dependent child of disabled veteran.
Prohibits four-year public institution of higher education from charging tuition and fees to student who is spouse or dependent child of disabled veteran.
Prohibits four-year public institution of higher education from charging tuition and fees to student who is spouse or dependent child of disabled veteran.
Prohibits four-year public institution of higher education from charging tuition and fees to student who is spouse or dependent child of disabled veteran.
Prohibits public institution of higher education from charging tuition to student who is dependent child of veteran who died or is disabled as result of service-related injury.
Prohibits public institution of higher education from charging tuition to student who is dependent child of veteran who died or is disabled as result of service-related injury.
Prohibits public institution of higher education from charging tuition to student who is dependent child of veteran who died or is disabled as result of service-related injury.
Prohibits public institution of higher education from charging tuition to student who is dependent child of veteran who died or is disabled as result of service-related injury.
Relating to accountability of institutions of higher education, including educator preparation programs, and online institution resumes for public institutions of higher education.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.