New JerseyNew Jersey would set aside money for youth water safety programs
If enacted, the state would set aside money for the Health Department to carry out the youth water safety act.
What it does
The state would set aside as much General Fund money as needed for the act’s purposes. The Health Department would also seek available federal funds and private donations.
Argument forState money could help the Health Department carry out the bill’s proposed swim lesson voucher and water safety education programs.
Argument againstBecause the bill sets no dollar cap, the amount needed for water safety programs could be hard to predict.
More detail
The state would set aside General Fund money for the Department of Health to carry out the act. The money would support the act’s proposed swim lesson voucher program and water safety education materials. The department would also apply for available federal funds and seek private donations. The act would take effect immediately if enacted.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 10Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security CommitteeIntroduced
Public SafetyTaxes & Budget