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This bill requires the Division of Housing and Community Resources in the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to create a single, user-friendly online application portal that consolidates utility assistance programs across various state agencies and nonprofit organizations. The bill mandates that each state agency and statewide nonprofit energy assistance organization that offers financial help for utility bill payments or energy efficiency measures must enter into a memorandum of understanding with the division to be included in this consolidated application form. The goal is to simplify the process for residential customers seeking utility assistance by providing a centralized, easy-to-use website where individuals can apply for multiple assistance programs simultaneously. The division will be responsible for updating the application, including integrating temporary assistance programs as they arise, and the Department of Community Affairs will adopt necessary regulations to implement this initiative. The bill defines key terms such as "State agency" and "Statewide nonprofit energy assistance organization" and will take effect immediately upon enactment.

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