A 4228 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires State to reimburse school districts for costs of transporting homeless students.

This bill (A4228) requires the New Jersey State to reimburse school districts for the costs of transporting homeless students to school. Currently, the student's district of residence pays these transportation costs, but this bill shifts that responsibility to the state. It amends existing laws (P.L.1989, c.290 and P.L.2015, c.228) to specify that the State must reimburse districts for transportation provided to homeless students. The change directly affects all school districts in New Jersey that transport homeless students, ensuring they are financially supported for this cost.
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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