S.2906

Establishes natural disaster relief grant program in DEP; appropriates $250 million.

Introduced·3/4/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2906 establishes a natural disaster relief grant program for local governments and school districts affected by climate change-related.

New Jersey S2906 establishes a natural disaster relief grant program within the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The program aims to provide grants covering up to 50 percent of eligible project costs for local government units or school districts whose facilities have been damaged by climate change-related natural disasters. The bill defines "climate change-related natural disaster" as flooding, storm damage, drought, excessive heat, or other adverse weather conditions exacerbated by global climate change.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 4, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee