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New Jersey Senate Bill S1872

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S1872

Introduced
2/28/22  

Caption

Makes FY 2022 supplemental appropriation of $10 million for New Jersey Nonprofit Security Grant Pilot Program.

Impact

The bill is an important step in enhancing public safety in New Jersey, especially for those nonprofit institutions that serve communities and provide essential services. It draws upon insights from previous incidents where nonprofits faced threats, emphasizing the necessity of safeguarding these institutions. By providing adequate funding and resources, the legislation aims to ensure these organizations can better protect themselves and, by extension, the communities they serve.

Summary

Senate Bill 1872 aims to address security concerns for nonprofit organizations by allocating a supplemental appropriation of $10 million to the New Jersey Nonprofit Security Grant Pilot Program. This program is designed specifically for nonprofit organizations that are at greater risk of being targeted in terrorist attacks. With this funding, the state intends to bolster the security infrastructure of these organizations, which can be particularly vulnerable due to their limited resources and potential public visibility.

Conclusion

Overall, SB 1872 represents a proactive measure by the New Jersey legislature to enhance the security of vulnerable nonprofit organizations amid escalating terrorism concerns. Its implementation and the effective use of these funds will be crucial to the success of the program and ensuring that the state's nonprofits can operate safely and securely.

Contention

Although the bill has received support for addressing legitimate security concerns, there may also be contention surrounding the distribution of these funds. Questions could be raised regarding which nonprofits qualify for the grants and how the funds are managed and monitored. Ensuring equitable access to the grants for all eligible organizations will likely be a point of discussion among legislators and stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ S4029

Makes FY2025 supplemental appropriation of $10 million for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Grant Program.

NJ A5162

Makes FY2025 supplemental appropriation of $10 million for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Grant Program.

NJ S1585

Makes FY 2022 supplemental Grants-in-Aid appropriation of $10.5 million to DCA for State Rental Assistance Program.

NJ A5882

Expands "New Jersey Nonprofit Security Grant Program."

NJ A4403

Makes FY 2022 supplemental appropriations of $71,786,000.

NJ A2403

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

NJ S3548

Makes FY2023 supplemental appropriation of $1.5 million for matching grants for deer fencing program.

NJ S1567

Makes FY2023 supplemental appropriation of $1.5 million for matching grants for deer fencing program.

NJ A3166

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.

NJ A2045

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.

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