Amends Fiscal Year 2020 appropriations act to increase appropriation from "Drug Enforcement and Demand Reduction Fund" to DOH for certain grant purposes.
Impact
The ramifications of this bill are significant as New Jersey is facing a severe opioid epidemic, with alarming rates of drug overdoses and related fatalities. The state reported a drug-related death every three hours in 2017, highlighting the urgent need for increased resources in combating this crisis. By enhancing funding for drug demand reduction efforts, the bill seeks to bolster programs that aim to educate the public, improve substance abuse treatment options, and ultimately save lives.
Summary
Senate Bill S1054 amends the Fiscal Year 2020 appropriations act to increase the allocation from the 'Drug Enforcement and Demand Reduction Fund' to the New Jersey Department of Human Services. This increase in funding, which doubles the existing appropriation from $1 million to $2 million, is designated for the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey. This organization is pivotal in addressing the ongoing opioid crisis by implementing public awareness campaigns and educational initiatives aimed at combating drug abuse across the state.
Contention
While supporters of S1054 advocate for enhancing funding in response to the epidemic, there may be contention surrounding the distribution and effectiveness of such funding. Critics may argue about the adequacy of doubling the grant amount and may call for a more comprehensive approach that includes needs assessment and evaluation frameworks to ensure the funds are used efficiently. The bill's success will also depend on collaboration with local stakeholders and healthcare providers who are on the front lines of addressing mental health and addiction issues.
Making and concerning supplemental appropriations for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 and appropriations for fiscal years 2025, 2026, 2027 and 2028 for various state agencies.
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.
An Act Making Appropriations For Certain Grants-in-aid For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Act; Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 One-time Supplemental Appropriations Act; And Amending Certain Statutory Provisions.
Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2023-2024; provide for, and make supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2022-2023. Creates appropriation act.
Making and concerning certain supplemental appropriations for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 and appropriations for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 for various state agencies.
Substitute for HB 2273 by Committee on Appropriations - Making and concerning certain supplemental appropriations for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 and appropriations for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 for various state agencies.
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.