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NJ S3445

NJ S3445
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
01/10/2023
In Committee
05/08/2023
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 and athletics programs, as well as science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs, for local children. The bill appropriates $10 million to fund the program and prohibits municipalities from charging participation fees for these programs, though they may charge specialty fees for certain premium services. The municipalities receiving grants must report on the programs' development and impact, and the Director must compile the reports and submit a best practices report to the Governor and Legislature.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 05/08/2023)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S3445
Fiscal Note - Fiscal Estimate 8/16/23; as introduced https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S3500/3445_E1.PDF
Analysis - Statement SCU 5/8/23 https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S3500/3445_S1.PDF
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S3500/3445_I1.HTM
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