New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4842: Requires certain school districts to partner with licensed child care providers and Head Start programs to provide free preschool opportunities.

In committee Last action May 4, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee

Plain-language summary

A 4842 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires certain school districts to partner with licensed child care providers and Head Start programs to provide free preschool opportunities. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic), Shama Haider (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 4, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Shanique Speight (Democratic); Shama Haider (Democratic). 3 co-sponsors.