Provides bonuses for certain essential healthcare workers; appropriates $400,000,000.

This bill provides $400 million in bonuses to essential healthcare workers in New Jersey earning $100,000 or less annually. It covers direct care workers (like nurses, EMTs, and therapists) and support staff (such as janitors, cafeteria workers, and administrative staff) who work hands-on with patients or support healthcare providers. Bonuses are tiered based on average weekly hours: $500 for 20-29 hours, $1,000 for 30-34 hours, and $1,500 for 35+ hours (capped at $3,000 total per employee). Employers must track hours, submit claims to the state, and pay bonuses within 30 days, with strict auditing to prevent misuse of funds.