New JerseyNew Jersey would add $500,000 to a workers' relief fund
New Jersey lawmakers propose $500,000 in extra 2027 funding for a United Way fund that assists employed people and families with limited income and assets.
What it does
If passed, New Jersey would add $500,000 from its General Fund to the 2027 budget for a United Way fund serving employed people and families with limited income and assets.
Argument forThe extra money could help the fund assist more employed people and families with limited income and assets.
Argument againstSetting aside $500,000 for this fund could leave less state money for other needs in the 2027 budget.
More detail
New Jersey would add $500,000 for the ALICE Relief and Empowerment Fund. United Way of Northern New Jersey administers the fund, which assists employed people and families with limited income and assets. The money would come from the state's General Fund if the proposal becomes law. The funding would take effect immediately if enacted and apply to the budget year ending June 30, 2027.
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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
- Oct 5Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations CommitteeIntroduced
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