New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 502: Establishes one-time grant program to support implementation of free, full-day kindergarten programs in certain school districts; appropriates $5 million.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

Plain-language summary

S 502 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes one-time grant program to support implementation of free, full-day kindergarten programs in certain school districts; appropriates $5 million. Primary sponsor: Owen Henry (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Owen Henry (Republican).