This bill aims to extend seniority service credit for military service to educational support professionals in New Jersey, similar to the existing provisions for teaching staff members. Specifically, it stipulates that educational support professionals who have served in the active military and are recognized by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs as eligible for federal veterans' benefits will receive up to four years of equivalent employment or seniority credit. This credit will be applicable for any military service, including that which occurred before their employment as educational support professionals.

The legislation seeks to ensure that educational support professionals are afforded the same recognition for their military service as their teaching counterparts, thereby promoting equity within the educational workforce. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon enactment.