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NJ A4949

NJ A4949
Requires Director of Division of Housing and Community Resources in DCA to establish grant program to encourage municipalities to develop recreational sports and STEM programs for children; appropriates $10 million.


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Introduced
12/08/2022
In Committee
06/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires Director of Division of Housing and Community Resources in DCA to establish grant program to encourage municipalities to develop recreational sports and STEM programs for children; appropriates $10 million.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Director of the Division of Housing and Community Resources in the Department of Community Affairs to establish a competitive matching grant program to encourage municipalities to develop and administer recreational sports, athletics, and youth-focused science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs for local children. The bill appropriates $10 million to fund the grant program, and participating municipalities must submit reports detailing the use of grant funds and the impact on children's participation in these programs. The bill also prohibits municipalities from charging participation fees for these programs, although they may charge for certain premium services.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Reported and Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 06/05/2023)

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