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NJ S2749
NJ S2749Requires DCA to continuously maintain open enrollment period for federal Housing Choice Voucher Program pre-applications.
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Introduced
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
In Committee
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would require the Department of Community Affairs to continuously maintain an open enrollment period in which rental assistance applicants may submit pre-applications to be placed on the waiting list for the federal Housing Choice Voucher Program administered by the department.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to continuously keep an open enrollment period for people applying for rental assistance through the federal Housing Choice Voucher Program, also known as Section 8. This means that eligible applicants can submit pre-applications to be added to the program's waiting list at any time, rather than having to wait for specific enrollment periods. The Housing Choice Voucher Program is a federal initiative designed to help low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee (on 02/15/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2749 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2749_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2749_I1.HTM |
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