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NJ S3113
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Benjie Wimberly
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $10 million from the off-budget Universal Service Fund to the NJSHARES - S.M.A.R.T. Program for utility payment assistance, including utility arrearage assistance
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Supplements the FY2026 Appropriations Act, which already included a $5 million General Fund appropriation to the same program
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Directs the Commissioner of Community Affairs to establish program criteria and guidelines for awarding grants to eligible homeowners and tenants experiencing financial difficulties
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Requires recipients to not be eligible for or receiving funding from private insurance or other sources that would constitute a duplication of benefits
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Places the appropriation under the Department of Community Affairs, specifically within Economic Planning, Development, and Security - Social Service Programs
Legislative Description
Supplements FY2026 Appropriations Act; makes $10 million off-budget appropriation to NJSHARES - S.M.A.R.T. Program.
Budget and Appropriations
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
3/5/2026