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New Jersey Assembly Bill A1587

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1587

Introduced
1/11/22  

Caption

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.

Companion Bills

NJ S1291

Same As Makes supplemental appropriation of $90,000 to Department of State to erect statue of "Jersey" Joe Walcott.

Previously Filed As

NJ S1291

Makes supplemental appropriation of $90,000 to Department of State to erect statue of "Jersey" Joe Walcott.

NJ S3386

Reallocates FY 2023 State and federal appropriations totaling $355,738,000, and amends and supplements language affecting appropriations in FY 2023.

NJ A4230

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.

NJ A2403

Makes FY 2022 supplemental appropriation of $2 million for William Paterson University of New Jersey.

NJ S3076

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.

NJ A5653

Makes supplemental appropriation of $2 million to provide aid to New Jersey Symphony.

NJ A5319

Makes supplemental appropriation of $144.2 million to provide additional Outcomes-Based Allocation funding to four-year public institutions of higher education.

NJ A465

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to DOE to provide additional State school aid to Franklin Township School District in Somerset County.

NJ A4252

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to DOE to provide additional State school aid to Franklin Township School District in Somerset County.

NJ A4701

Makes FY2024 supplemental appropriations of $37,430,000; de-appropriates $24,000,000 in existing FY2024 appropriations; adds and modifies various FY2024 language provisions.

Similar Bills

MD HB350

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MD SB360

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MD HB200

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MD SB181

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PA HB611

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.

MD HB350

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MD SB319

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MD HB300

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