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Our 81th session begins on June 20th! Find out full details below
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Stayed tuned for information about how to Apply/Register to join us at the 81st session of American Legion Jersey Boys State! The session will take place from June 20-25, 2027.
Dear 2026 American Legion Jersey Boys State Delegates: On behalf of the American Legion Department of New Jersey, the officers, trustees, and staff of American Legion Jersey Boys State, Program co-sponsors, and your school educators and administrators, congratulations on being selected to attend the 2026 American Legion Jersey Boys State (“ALJBS”) Program. ALJBS is one… Read more
Dear 2026 American Legion Jersey Boys State Delegates: One of the best ways to prepare for this year’s session of the ALJBS program is to begin reading our text book: The Government of New Jersey (see below). This has been prepared by the volunteer staff of the ALJBS program to assist you in your journey toward becoming… Read more
Dear 2026 American Legion Jersey Boys State Delegates: One of the best ways to prepare for this year’s session of the ALJBS program is to begin reading our text book: The Government of New Jersey (see below). This has been prepared by the volunteer staff of the ALJBS program to assist you in your journey toward becoming… Read more