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NJ A2612
NJ A2612Authorizes political subdivisions to require recipients of economic development incentives to enter into community benefits agreements.
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Introduced
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
In Committee
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Introduced Session
2018-2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill authorizes any political subdivision within this State, when entering into an economic development subsidy granting an amount in excess of $100,000 to a developer, to condition the grant proceeds upon the grantee's promise to enter into a community benefits agreement. The bill defines "community benefits agreement" to mean a legally binding contract concerning a specific project which requires contractors and developers of the project to make specific contributions for the benefit of the community including, but not limited to, provisions related to local hiring, area wage and benefits standards, or engaging local businesses for the provision of goods and services.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes any political subdivision within New Jersey, when providing an economic development subsidy exceeding $100,000 to a developer, to condition the grant on the grantee entering into a "community benefits agreement." This agreement is a legally binding contract that requires the developer to make specific contributions for the benefit of the community, such as local hiring provisions, area wage and benefits standards, and engaging local businesses for goods and services.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee (on 02/01/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3000/2612_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3000/2612_I1.PDF |
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