New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 2579: Permits spouses and dependents of military service members to qualify for in-State tuition in event that service member is transferred to another state.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 2579 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permits spouses and dependents of military service members to qualify for in-State tuition in event that service member is transferred to another state. Primary sponsor: Vin Gopal (Democratic), Vince Polistina (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2026): Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vin Gopal | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Vince Polistina | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 2 |
| Troy Singleton | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Parker Space | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
- Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee