Makes supplemental appropriation of $90,000 to Department of State to erect statue of "Jersey" Joe Walcott.
Impact
The bill underscores the state's commitment to cultural and artistic development by allocating funds for public art that recognizes local historical figures. In this instance, the emphasis is placed on promoting awareness of Joe Walcott's achievements, thereby enhancing local pride and potentially increasing tourism interest in Camden County. The appropriated funds will be directly distributed to the Camden County Board of Commissioners, emphasizing local governance and decision-making for community representation.
Summary
Bill A1587 proposes a supplemental appropriation of $90,000 to the Department of State in New Jersey, intended specifically for the erection of a statue honoring 'Jersey' Joe Walcott in Camden County. This appropriation aims to celebrate Walcott, a notable figure born in Camden County who gained fame as a heavyweight boxing champion and contributed to the community in various roles, including as the first African American Sheriff of Camden County.
Contention
While the bill primarily seeks to honor a celebrated individual, potential contention may arise regarding the allocation of state funds for such commemorative projects amid broader fiscal concerns. Questions could be raised about the effectiveness of such spending on community enhancements versus allocating funds for other critical public services, such as education or public safety. However, no direct opposition or significant debate surrounding the bill has been documented in the available transcripts.
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 supplemental appropriation of $144.2 million to provide additional Outcomes-Based Allocation funding to four-year public institutions of higher education.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to DOE to provide additional State school aid to Franklin Township School District in Somerset County.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to DOE to provide additional State school aid to Franklin Township School District in Somerset County.
Makes FY2024 supplemental appropriations of $37,430,000; de-appropriates $24,000,000 in existing FY2024 appropriations; adds and modifies various FY2024 language provisions.
To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.