Makes supplemental appropriation of $2,500,000 to Salvation and Social Justice for "Return and Restore" Program.
Impact
The funding will be directed towards the Trenton Restorative Street Team (TRST), which consists of a diverse group of personnel, including trained outreach workers and former gang members who understand the nuances of the community's challenges. By fostering connections and trust within the targeted population, the program aims to provide the necessary support to prevent potential criminal behavior and reduce tension within neighborhoods, particularly in schools. This approach positions TRST to become a crucial element in the community's strategy to tackle systemic issues associated with crime and violence.
Summary
Senate Bill S3290 aims to allocate supplemental funding of $2.5 million to the not-for-profit organization Salvation and Social Justice for its 'Return and Restore' program. This initiative is designed to support formerly incarcerated individuals in Trenton, New Jersey, with the intention of reducing gang-related activities and gun violence as well as lowering the rates of recidivism. The program is structured to provide comprehensive supportive services, including outreach, counseling, and conflict mediation.
Contention
While the bill presents a proactive approach to social issues, it may face scrutiny regarding its effectiveness and the allocation of public funds to non-governmental organizations. Critics may question whether such investments yield tangible reductions in crime and recidivism rates and if there are adequate measures in place to evaluate the program's success. Furthermore, stakeholders might stimulate discussions around the long-term sustainability of such initiatives and whether they align with broader state goals for public safety and community well-being.
Amends appropriations act to provide funding for restoration of State school aid reductions for certain school districts; shifts $64,920,000 from certain appropriations for purposes of restoring aid; provides supplemental appropriation of $145,215,047.
Amends appropriations act to provide funding for restoration of State school aid reductions for certain school districts; shifts $64,920,000 from certain appropriations for purposes of restoring aid; provides supplemental appropriation of $145,215,047.
Makes FY2024 supplemental appropriations of $37,430,000; de-appropriates $24,000,000 in existing FY2024 appropriations; adds and modifies various FY2024 language provisions.
Supplemental appropriations, from the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling Fund to the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling, from the Alabama Board of Examiners of Assisted Living Administrators Fund to the Alabama Board of Examiners of Assisted Living Administrators, and from the State General Fund to various agencies and entities. for the fiscal year September 30, 2022.
Appropriations, Supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2022, from the State General Fund to the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling, the Alabama Corrections Institution Finance Authority (ACIFA) Program, the Board of Pardons and Paroles, the Department of Forensic Sciences, the Department of Human Resources, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Agriculture, the State Law Enforcement Agency, the Department of Senior Services, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, the Alabama Tourism Department, the Department of Environmental Management, the Alabama Forestry Commission, and the General Fund Budget Reserve Fund.
Supplemental appropriation, from Education Trust Fund to various agencies and entities for fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, Act 2021-342, 2021 Reg. Sess., am'd.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $8 million to DHS to increase reimbursement for funeral, burial, and crematory services provided to certain beneficiaries of Work First New Jersey and Supplemental Security Income programs.