All New Jersey colleges must use the same campus climate survey
Official: A 5597 — Requires use of uniform campus climate survey by institutions of higher education.
Reading: This bill addresses campus climate surveys at higher education institutions but does not directly create, modify, or affect climate, clean energy, or environmental policy.
This helps schools identify and address climate-related issues on their campuses.
In clear language
This bill requires colleges and universities in New Jersey to use the same climate survey to measure campus conditions and experiences. The survey will be uniform across all institutions so results can be compared. This helps schools identify and address climate-related issues on their campuses.
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Who does this affect?
- College and university administrators and staff in New Jersey
- Students attending New Jersey higher education institutions
- Policymakers evaluating campus climate and safety
What can you do?
- If you attend a NJ college or university, participate honestly in campus climate surveys when asked
- Request your institution's climate survey results and review findings about campus conditions
Timeline
- 2026-10-22: Reported and referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee
No New Jersey official has a verified action on this policy yet.
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