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NJ A4500

NJ A4500
Requires certain public and private entities to publicize receipt of State funds or economic development subsides in certain circumstances.


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Introduced
06/06/2024
In Committee
06/06/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires any nonprofit entity, public entity, or business entity to include a notice on its informational and promotional materials that that entity is the recipient of State funds or and economic development subsidy. The bill requires the notice to be included on any written statement disseminated by the entity, to broadcast, digital, or print media, and on any placard or banner displayed at any public event held by the nonprofit entity, public entity, or business entity, or on any occasion in which the nonprofit entity or business entity provides goods or services, free of charge, to members of the public. Under the bill, the term "economic development subsidy" is defined as the provision of financial assistance to a business entity by or from a State public body with a value of greater than $500 for the purpose of stimulating economic development in New Jersey, including, but not limited to, any bond, grant, loan, loan guarantee, matching fund, tax credit, or other type of tax incentive.

AI Summary

This bill requires any nonprofit entity, public entity, or business entity that receives State funds or an economic development subsidy to include a notice on its informational and promotional materials stating that it is the recipient of such funds or subsidy. The notice must be included on any written statement disseminated to media, as well as on any placards or banners displayed at public events or when the entity provides free goods or services to the public. The bill defines "economic development subsidy" as financial assistance of over $500 provided by a State public body to a business entity for the purpose of stimulating economic development in New Jersey. The State Treasurer is required to adopt rules and regulations to implement the bill's provisions, which will take effect starting in the State fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 06/06/2024)

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