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NJ S1304

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Nellie Pou

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Flood Protection and Home Elevation Fund" within the Department of Environmental Protection to help homeowners finance projects that raise their primary residences above flood levels
  • Dedicates up to $5 million annually from the State's portion of realty transfer fee revenue to the fund, but only after required allocations to the Shore Protection Fund ($25 million) and Highlands Protection Fund ($5 million) are met
  • Reimburses qualifying homeowners 25% of annual interest payments on home elevation loans, capped at $750 per year, contingent on the county providing matching funds in the same amount
  • Requires homeowners to obtain all necessary State and local zoning approvals before applying, complete the elevation project, and submit proof of completion before receiving reimbursement
  • Authorizes counties to use their share of realty transfer fees or open space trust funds to provide the required matching funds for home elevation projects

Legislative Description

"Digital Asset and Blockchain Technology Act."

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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