Extends eligibility for Military Dependents Scholarships to students enrolled in approved career and technical education programs and to dependents of certain military members who served in Operation Freedom's Sentinel and Operation Inherent Resolve.
Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to AMV
Summary
The legislation broadens eligibility for New Jersey’s Military Dependents Scholarship program to students enrolled in board‑approved career and technical education programs. It also adds Operation Freedom’s Sentinel and Operation Inherent Resolve to the list of qualifying military engagements and lengthens the eligibility window for spouses and other dependents from 15 to 21 years. The changes aim to provide more educational options and longer support for families of fallen, missing, or disabled service members.
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