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NJ S2749

NJ S2749
Requires DCA to continuously maintain open enrollment period for federal Housing Choice Voucher Program pre-applications.


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Introduced
02/15/2024
In Committee
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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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