This bill modifies the allocation method of State aid for auxiliary and remedial services provided to nonpublic school students in New Jersey. It establishes a reimbursement process for school districts that incur costs related to transportation or vehicular classrooms necessary for these services, ensuring that such costs are covered through State aid. The bill introduces a monthly application process for reimbursements, requiring school districts to adhere to specific guidelines set by the commissioner. Additionally, it mandates the commissioner to determine maximum per service aid amounts based on projected estimates of eligible students and service costs, aiming to ensure that appropriated funds are fully utilized by the end of the school year.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for data collection to accurately reflect the number of students eligible for services and repeals certain outdated sections of existing law. It emphasizes that no district will be required to exceed the maximum per service aid amount established by the commissioner. The changes are designed to streamline the reimbursement process and enhance financial support for nonpublic school auxiliary and remedial services, with the act taking effect immediately and applying to the first full school year following its enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 18A:46-19.6, 18A:46-19.8, 18A:46A-6, 18A:46A-8, 18A:46A-9, 18A:46A-10, 18A:46A-15