This bill redirects 50% of existing revenue from two specific taxes on high-value real estate transactions to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. It applies to sellers of residential, commercial, farm, or cooperative properties sold for over $1 million, as well as certain commercial property transfers involving controlling interests exceeding $1 million. Currently, these revenues go to the General Fund; this bill mandates that half be instead deposited annually into the housing trust fund to support affordable housing programs. The change would take effect July 1 following enactment.
This bill requires New Jersey to annually appropriate up to $200,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Military and Veterans’ Affairs (DMVA) to preserve military installations if the federal government initiates base realignment or closure actions. It mandates that the DMVA submit a detailed public report each July 15th, including receipts for all expenditures over a small threshold, listing vendors and services purchased. The bill also requires that any contracts with lobbyists or governmental affairs agents for these preservation efforts follow a competitive two-year process. These provisions directly affect the DMVA, military installations in New Jersey, and entities working with the state on base preservation.
This bill requires a feasibility study to examine creating a regional medical examiner office in Southern New Jersey, including assessing facility needs, staffing, costs, and options for morgue operations. It also mandates collaboration with Southern New Jersey medical schools to develop forensic education programs, fellowships, and new courses for medical students and law enforcement. The study will evaluate whether a centralized facility would improve operations, including costs for equipment like CT scanners, and propose potential policy changes. The bill appropriates $40,000 from the General Fund to fund the study, which must be completed and reported to the Governor and Legislature.
This bill (A4286) allocates $30 million from New Jersey's General Fund to the Department of Agriculture for FY2026 food and hunger programs. It directly funds the state's six regional food banks, which distribute surplus food to food pantries and nonprofits serving low-income families, seniors, disabled individuals, and children. The funds will support food distribution networks after a November 2025 federal SNAP payment halt impacted approximately 800,000 New Jersey residents relying on food assistance. The appropriation is added to the existing FY2026 budget under "Food and Nutrition Services" (line item 05-3350). The funding is intended to prevent shortages as food banks face increased demand during federal program disruptions.
This bill (A4016) requires New Jersey's Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) to establish a new veterans' facility in either Ocean or Monmouth County, named the "Ronald S. Dancer Veterans Memorial Home." The facility must be located within one mile of an acute care facility and become fully operational within five years of the bill's enactment. The DVA must secure funding annually from the General Fund to purchase the property and cover related costs like planning, design, and improvements. This bill amends state law to include the new facility in DVA's list of veterans' homes, alongside existing locations in Menlo Park, Vineland, and Paramus.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Community Affairs to reimburse emergency shelter operators for costs incurred when evicting individuals who refuse to leave after their authorized stay period ends. It applies directly to operators of homeless emergency shelters established under existing law, covering expenses and lost revenue during the eviction process. Shelters must submit a specific form within 30 days of an eviction warrant being served, detailing costs and supporting documentation. The state must annually fund these reimbursements through General Fund appropriations. The bill clarifies that shelters may legally pursue eviction for non-compliance with stay duration rules.
This bill appropriates $1 million from the General Fund to establish a five-year grant program administered by the NJ Racing Commission. It provides $100,000 annually to accredited nonprofits caring for retired Standardbred horses and $100,000 to those caring for retired Thoroughbreds, totaling $200,000 per year. To qualify, organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits accredited by specific horse welfare groups (Standardbred Transition Alliance, Standardbred Retirement Foundation, or Second Call Thoroughbred) and demonstrate financial stability, proper horse care practices, and commitment to using funds only for New Jersey-bred horses or their offspring. The program requires annual applications and ends after five years, with unused funds returning to the General Fund.
ACR 25 proposes a constitutional amendment to ensure funds from a 90-cent fee on phone bills (collected since 2004) are exclusively used for 9-1-1 and emergency response needs. The amendment would prohibit diverting these funds for general state budget purposes, mandating they cover specific costs like emergency equipment, training, operating 9-1-1 service centers, and implementing federal 9-1-1 requirements. It directly affects how New Jersey allocates nearly $100 million annually from this dedicated trust fund. The amendment requires voter approval to take effect, preventing future legislative use of these funds for non-emergency purposes.
This bill appropriates $100,000 from the General Fund to New Jersey's Department of Agriculture for a "Secretary Select" wine promotion program. The funds will be used to identify and promote New Jersey wines selected by the Secretary of Agriculture, specifically highlighting under-appreciated wines to support the state's wine industry. The program will regularly update its featured wines to reflect New Jersey's diverse wine types, flavors, and purposes. It directly affects New Jersey wineries by providing marketing support for their products through this state-led initiative. The funding is allocated under the Department of Agriculture's Division of Marketing and Development.
This bill establishes the "Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Commission" within New Jersey's Department of Law and Public Safety to design and oversee construction of a memorial in Monmouth County honoring officers who died in the line of duty. The commission, consisting of seven members (three police association representatives and four public members including a retired officer), must select a location and design within 18 months and submit a final report to the Governor and Legislature. It appropriates $2.5 million from the General Fund to a dedicated "Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund" for the memorial’s design and construction costs. The memorial will serve as a permanent tribute to fallen officers, with the commission managing the fund and project timeline.
