New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5493: "Student-Parent Protection Act"; ensures equal rights and opportunities for parenting students enrolled in institutions of higher education.

In committee Last action October 5, 2026: Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading

Plain-language summary

A 5493 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on September 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Student-Parent Protection Act"; ensures equal rights and opportunities for parenting students enrolled in institutions of higher education. Primary sponsor: Kearney, Vincent M., Carmen Morales (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 5, 2026): Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Kearney, Vincent M.; Carmen Morales (Democratic).