New Jersey S294 mandates that Homelessness Prevention Program agencies stay open during public health emergencies and ensures funding for these.

New Jersey S294 requires Homelessness Prevention Program agencies to remain operational during public health emergencies. The bill mandates that one agency is established in populous counties, defined as those with a population of 350,000 or more. If federal funding for the COVID-19 pandemic is insufficient to cover the costs of establishing these agencies, the Commissioner of Community Affairs can request state funding from the General Fund or other available sources. The bill ensures continuous service to New Jersey residents during public health emergencies.

New Jersey S294 mandates that Homelessness Prevention Program agencies stay open during public health emergencies and ensures funding for these.

New Jersey S294 requires Homelessness Prevention Program agencies to remain operational during public health emergencies. The bill mandates that one agency is established in populous counties, defined as those with a population of 350,000 or more. If federal funding for the COVID-19 pandemic is insufficient to cover the costs of establishing these agencies, the Commissioner of Community Affairs can request state funding from the General Fund or other available sources. The bill ensures continuous service to New Jersey residents during public health emergencies.