In one paragraph
New Jersey's A3072 would create an Artificial Intelligence Grant Program in the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to fund nonprofits providing AI education and training. Each year the Secretary would select four nonprofits for grants of up to $25,000 each, paid from an Artificial Intelligence Education Fund. The text reviewed is the pre-filed version.
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What it means for business
A grant program for nonprofits, with no duties for businesses; nonprofits providing AI education could apply and would have to report on their grant funds.
Key provisions
- Sec. 1a-c: Nonprofits apply to the Secretary and must show they provide comprehensive education and training programs in artificial intelligence.
- Sec. 1d: The Secretary considers AI educational and mentorship initiatives, startup challenges, ethical AI events, partnerships with government agencies, and board representation from public higher education, women- and minority-owned businesses and financial institutions.
- Sec. 1e: Each year the Secretary selects four nonprofits, each grant not to exceed $25,000.
- Sec. 2: Recipients must report to the Secretary, Governor and Legislature on use of the funds and their impact.
- Sec. 3: Creates the Artificial Intelligence Education Fund with annual appropriations; Sec. 4: takes effect immediately.
Latest legislative action
Jan 13, 2026. Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Tully D | Sponsor | HD-038 |
| Linda Carter D | Sponsor | HD-022 |
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