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NJ S3635

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "New Jersey Cybersecurity Grant Program" within the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness to provide grants for cybersecurity equipment and services

  • Appropriates $5 million from the General Fund to fund the program

  • Limits grant awards to a maximum of $100,000 per business, with each business eligible only once per fiscal year

  • Restricts eligibility to "sensitive businesses" in the financial or healthcare industries that are determined to be at high risk of cybersecurity incidents affecting New Jersey operations

  • Operates on a reimbursement basis, requiring recipients to submit purchase orders, invoices, or other documentation before receiving funds; takes effect 90 days after enactment

Legislative Description

Establishes "New Jersey Cybersecurity Grant Program"; appropriates $5 million from General Fund.

Law and Public Safety

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Law and Public Safety2/24/2026

Full Bill Text

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