New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 586: Establishes "New Jersey College Ready Students Program Act"; provides tuition-free dual enrollment opportunities at county college for certain high school students.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 586 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes "New Jersey College Ready Students Program Act"; provides tuition-free dual enrollment opportunities at county college for certain high school students. Primary sponsor: Gary Schaer (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Schaer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Tennille McCoy | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Carmen Morales | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee