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NJ A3849
NJ A3849Requires Rutgers University study economic impact of military installations in NJ; appropriates $155,000.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy of Rutgers, The State University, through its Economic Advisory Service, to study the economic impact of the military installations in New Jersey to determine the overall impact of the installations upon the State gross domestic product. The purpose of the analysis is to: provide data-driven insights to deliver a thorough understanding of the economic impacts of proposed operating and capital budgets for all military installations within the State, including direct and indirect impacts at the State and county levels; evaluate the benefits and provide an objective review of potential construction and infrastructure projects, military and civilian employment, and State and local tax generation; and support strategic decision-making to serve as a foundation for evidence-based resource allocation and long-term planning while identifying potential weaknesses and threats. The Bloustein School is a recognized authority in this field and conducted similar studies in 2010 and 2013. The new study will provide up-to-date information for State policymakers. The insights derived from the analysis will enable informed, strategic, and impactful decisions that foster economic growth and prosperity. The bill appropriates $155,000 to Rutgers, The State University, to perform the study.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Rutgers Economic Advisory Service, part of Rutgers University's Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, to conduct a study on the economic impact of military installations in New Jersey, aiming to determine their overall effect on the State's gross domestic product, or GDP, which is the total value of goods and services produced in a state. The study will provide data on the economic effects of military budgets, including direct and indirect impacts at both the state and county levels, evaluate potential construction and infrastructure projects, analyze military and civilian employment, and assess tax generation, all to support informed decision-making and long-term planning for resource allocation. A "military installation" is defined as any Department of Defense facility within the state, excluding those primarily for civil works or flood control. The bill appropriates $155,000 for Rutgers to carry out this study, and a report must be submitted to the Governor and Legislature within one year of the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3849 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4000/3849_I1.HTM |
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