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Senate panel approves uncapped excused-absence option for students pursuing military enlistment after debate
Summary
The Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee released S3902 after hearing support from school boards and concern from principals over an uncapped excused-absence provision for military-related activities; sponsors said documentation requirements and academic obligations remain in place.
The New Jersey Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee voted to release S3902, a bill that would allow students who are enlisted or planning to enlist in the U.S. armed forces or National Guard to receive excused absences for recruitment and enlistment activities.
Supporters including Harrison Silver, legislative advocate for the New Jersey School Boards Association, said the proposal “supports our country's armed forces” while also expanding students’ opportunity to explore postsecondary and career pathways. Silver…
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