S.3119

Eliminates five percent down payment requirement for bond ordinances approved by counties and municipalities.

Introduced·4/15/24
Introduced Text

Eliminates the five percent down payment requirement for bond ordinances approved by counties and municipalities in New Jersey.

This bill eliminates the five percent down payment requirement for bond ordinances approved by counties and municipalities in New Jersey. Currently, most bond ordinances require an appropriation of at least five percent of the authorized obligation for final adoption. This change aims to free up resources for other purposes. However, the bill does not apply to bond ordinances for certain purposes, such as those funded by state grants or environmental infrastructure projects.

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Where it stands

Current
Community and Urban Affairs Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 15, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee