Revises "Homelessness Prevention Program"; requires new charge for filing of eviction action.*

This bill revises New Jersey's Homelessness Prevention Program to add a new fee for filing eviction lawsuits and clarifies eligibility for assistance. It requires applicants to be New Jersey residents facing imminent eviction (due to unpaid rent), foreclosure, or imminent mortgage payment issues, while limiting eligibility to households earning under 80% of area median income. The program prioritizes vulnerable groups like disabled individuals, seniors, domestic violence victims, and families with children facing separation. Assistance for mortgage issues must be structured as a secured loan for owner-occupied homes meeting specific criteria. The bill directly affects renters and homeowners at risk of losing housing due to financial hardship who meet the program's strict income and eligibility requirements.