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NJ A5307

NJ A5307
Permits Department of Veterans Affairs to receive voluntary contributions for veteran suicide prevention public service announcements.


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Introduced
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
12/22/2025
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Permits Department of Veterans Affairs to receive voluntary contributions for veteran suicide prevention public service announcements.

AI Summary

This bill allows the Department of Veterans Affairs to accept voluntary financial contributions from both public and private sources specifically for creating and distributing public service announcements (PSAs) focused on preventing veteran suicide. The bill requires that any funds received through these voluntary contributions be deposited into a special non-lapsing account maintained by the State Treasurer, and these funds can only be used to support veteran suicide prevention PSAs. The bill also removes the phrase "Military and" from the department's name, suggesting a more focused approach on veterans' issues. The legislation is designed to provide additional resources for raising awareness about veteran suicide, a critical mental health issue affecting military service members, by enabling the department to receive targeted financial support from donors. The bill will take effect immediately upon enactment.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Received in the Senate without Reference, 2nd Reading (on 01/06/2026)

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