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NJ A5215

NJ A5215
Designates Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City as "Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall" to commemorate his outstanding service to Atlantic City and State.


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Introduced
12/04/2017
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018

Introduced Session

2016-2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill designates Boardwalk Hall, located at 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, New Jersey, in memory of James "Jim" Whelan to commemorate his outstanding service to Atlantic City and the State. Under the bill, Boardwalk Hall will be renamed the "Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall." Consistent with current practice, the bill provides that, with the exception of funds of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, State or other public funds are not to be used for producing, purchasing, or erecting signs bearing the designation as provided for in the bill. The bill authorizes the Governor, or the designee thereof, to receive financial assistance from non-profit, non-governmental, and private sources to be used for producing, purchasing, or erecting signs bearing the designation as provided for in the bill.

AI Summary

This bill designates Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as the "Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall" to commemorate Jim Whelan's outstanding service to Atlantic City and the State. The bill prohibits the use of State or other public funds to produce, purchase, or erect the signs bearing this designation, but authorizes the Governor or their designee to receive financial assistance from private sources, such as non-governmental, non-profit, educational, or charitable entities, to cover these costs. The bill also requires an agreement with a responsible party to pay for the ongoing maintenance of the signs.

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Substituted by S3439 (on 01/08/2018)

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