New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 840: "Student-Parent Protection Act"; ensures equal rights and opportunities for parenting students enrolled in institutions of higher education.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 840 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 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: Bob Singer (Republican), Amato, Carmen F., Jr.. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Singer | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| Amato, Carmen F., Jr. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Latham Tiver | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 8 |
“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 Higher Education Committee