Establishes grant program in Department of State for preservation of certain Revolutionary War sites; appropriates funds.
S 2576 establishes a grant program within New Jersey's Department of State to fund the preservation and management of Revolutionary War battlefields, encampments, and skirmish sites threatened by development. Local governments and qualified non-profit organizations can apply for competitive grants based on specific preservation plans, public benefit, and demonstrated management capabilities. The bill appropriates $50 million from the state's General Fund to support this initiative, aiming to protect these historically significant sites for future generations.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 8, 2024
Last action Feb 8, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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