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New Jersey Senate Bill S2042

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S2042

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Establishes spotted lanternfly control grant program in Dept. of Agriculture; appropriates $5 million.

Impact

This legislation is designed to have a direct impact on state law by instituting a formal mechanism for municipalities to receive funding for pest control initiatives. It directs the Division of Plant Industry to develop detailed guidelines and application procedures that municipalities must follow to obtain grants. The criteria for grant qualification underscore the bill's focus on municipalities experiencing significant challenges from spotted lanternflies, thereby prioritizing areas in most need of support. The implication is that municipalities will now have more resources and structured support to implement pest control practices effectively.

Summary

Senate Bill S2042 introduces a grant program specifically aimed at providing financial assistance to municipalities for the control of spotted lanternflies, an invasive pest threatening local ecosystems and agriculture. The bill allocates $5 million from the General Fund for this purpose, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to combat the spread of these pests. By establishing this grant program under the Division of Plant Industry in the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the bill seeks to empower municipalities particularly affected by the infestation to undertake necessary control measures.

Contention

While the bill appears beneficial, it may lead to discussions about resource allocation and the effectiveness of such state-sponsored programs. Concerns might arise regarding the criteria set for grant distribution, as municipalities with fewer resources may argue they are not adequately funded compared to larger towns or cities. Additionally, the prioritization of municipalities based on existing infestations could be categorized as creating inequalities in support, raising questions about the equity of funding distribution and the intended outcomes of the program in combating the invasive species.

Latest S2042 Activity

Companion Bills

NJ S3542

Carry Over Establishes spotted lanternfly control grant program in Dept. of Agriculture; appropriates $5 million.

NJ A5162

Carry Over Establishes spotted lanternfly control grant program in Dept. of Agriculture; appropriates $5 million.

Similar Bills

NJ S3542

Establishes spotted lanternfly control grant program in Dept. of Agriculture; appropriates $5 million.

NJ A5162

Establishes spotted lanternfly control grant program in Dept. of Agriculture; appropriates $5 million.

US SB1837

Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act

US HB3867

Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act

CT HB06233

An Act Establishing A State-wide Spotted Lanternfly Control Program.

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