This bill amends N.J.S.2B:20-10 to create an additional excuse from jury service for students who are temporarily residing outside of New Jersey while enrolled in various educational programs, including secondary, post-secondary, vocational, graduate, or professional education. The new provision specifies that these students must provide acceptable forms of proof, as determined by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts, to verify their temporary residency outside the state for educational purposes.

In addition to the existing criteria for jury service exemptions, which include age, prior jury service, severe hardship, and specific professional obligations, the bill introduces a new category for students. This change aims to alleviate the burden of jury duty on individuals who are pursuing their education out of state, ensuring that they can focus on their studies without the interruption of jury service. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.