The bill establishes the New Jersey Tuition Reimbursement Program for Special Education Teachers within the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, aimed at providing financial assistance to teachers pursuing advanced education in special education. Participants in the program will receive reimbursement for eligible tuition expenses incurred while completing a master's degree or graduate-level coursework that leads to certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities. To qualify, applicants must be New Jersey residents, hold a valid instructional certificate, and commit to teaching in a public school for four years after completing their studies.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of program participants, including adherence to performance standards set by the authority, which encompass maintaining residency, certification, and satisfactory employment performance. If a participant fails to fulfill the four-year teaching commitment or does not meet the established performance standards, they will be required to repay the tuition reimbursement received. The executive director of the authority will determine the maximum annual reimbursement amount, which cannot exceed 100% of the participant's eligible tuition expenses.