S 3316 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes Military-Connected Student Mental Health Grant Program; appropriates $1 million.

This bill establishes a $1 million grant program to expand mental health services for students connected to military families in New Jersey school districts. School districts with high concentrations of military-connected students (defined as those with parents in active duty, National Guard, or reserve components) can apply for grants to fund additional counseling, mental health outreach, and support for students when parents are deployed. Grants must be used to enhance existing services, with districts required to demonstrate need and report on program impact, including student outcomes. The program requires the Department of Education to administer grants and submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature.
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Introduced Feb 5, 2026 Last action Feb 5, 2026
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