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NJ S3722

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Anthony M. Bucco

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allocates $100 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for grants to local governments for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects

  • Requires DEP to establish grant application process and eligibility criteria, publishing them on its website within six months of enactment

  • Reserves at least 10% of funds specifically for wastewater and stormwater projects to reduce harmful algal blooms in Lake Hopatcong (Morris/Sussex counties) and Greenwood Lake (Passaic County)

  • Allows DEP to use up to 3% of funds for program administration

  • Bill expires three years after enactment or upon submission of a required report detailing all grant recipients, amounts, and project purposes, whichever occurs sooner

Legislative Description

Makes $100 million in federal funds available to DEP for grants to local governments for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

Environment and Energy

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Energy3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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