S.3651

"Disaster Victims Protection Act"; requires Governor to allocate federal and State disaster aid to municipalities in proportion to amount of catastrophic physical damage sustained within each municipality.

Introduced·2/24/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3651 mandates the Governor to allocate federal and State disaster aid to municipalities based on the extent of physical damage sustained.

New Jersey S3651, known as the "Disaster Victims Protection Act," requires the Governor to allocate federal and State disaster relief funds to municipalities in proportion to the amount of catastrophic physical damage each municipality has sustained. This approach aims to ensure that the most severely damaged areas receive assistance before less damaged areas, particularly in response to the extensive damage caused by Hurricane Sandy.

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Where it stands

Current
Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 24

Senate

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