A 2074 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes School Connectivity Grant Program to expand access to online instruction for economically disadvantaged students; makes appropriation.

This bill creates a $2 million grant program within New Jersey's Department of Education to help schools provide internet and device access for economically disadvantaged students. It requires schools receiving grants to maintain one "online instruction equipment" unit (a connected device like a laptop plus a Wi-Fi hotspot or mobile broadband service) for every 12 students enrolled. Schools with the highest number of students lacking internet access will receive priority for funding. The program applies to public school districts, charter schools, and renaissance schools, with funds covering equipment costs to support remote learning.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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