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NJ A481

NJ A481
Permits counties to charge a fee to fund infrastructure through voter approval.

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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would create the "County Self-Help Infrastructure Act," permitting the governing body of any county to impose a county-wide fee for the purpose of funding infrastructure construction within the county after first obtaining voter approval. Like many states, New Jersey's infrastructure needs are growing increasingly critical. Various other states have created a self-help fee at the local level to address these needs. Because local aid for these projects from the New Jersey Department of Transportation and other State agencies is woefully inadequate, New Jersey's counties could benefit tremendously from following other states' examples. The infrastructure construction fee created through this bill could take any reasonable form so long as it is presented to the voters through a public question that clearly states the maximum fee to be established.

AI Summary

This bill would create the "County Self-Help Infrastructure Act," permitting the governing body of any county to impose a county-wide fee for the purpose of funding infrastructure construction within the county after first obtaining voter approval. The infrastructure construction fee could take any reasonable form and would be used solely for funding infrastructure projects within the county that established the fee. The bill also provides procedures for counties to follow in order to impose the fee, including requiring approval through a public question submitted to voters. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to exclude from the county tax levy cap any amount approved by referendum under this new act.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 01/09/2024)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A481
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A0500/481_I1.HTM
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