New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A647

Introduced

1/9/24

Refer

1/9/24

Caption

Makes supplemental appropriation of $2.125 million to Howell Township in Monmouth County for drinking water infrastructure project.

Impact

The bill's passage would have significant impacts on state laws regarding public health and safety, particularly in the context of providing essential utilities to underserved communities. By supporting the development of drinking water infrastructure, the bill aims to alleviate issues related to contamination of groundwater and improve living conditions in economically distressed neighborhoods. The state intends to address the critical need for reliable water supply alongside essential sewer services, enhancing overall public health outcomes.

Summary

Assembly Bill A647 proposes a supplemental appropriation of $2.125 million from the General Fund to Howell Township in Monmouth County. The funding is designated for an infrastructure project aimed at extending drinking water pipes to the Freewood Acres neighborhood, which is noted as one of the oldest and economically stressed areas in the township. This financial support is crucial for the township, which is in the process of constructing approximately 8.5 miles of sanitary sewer mains in conjunction with the drinking water extension to replace failing septic systems that threaten public health and the environment.

Contention

Concerns might arise regarding the financial implications of such appropriations and whether the allocation of state funds to specific locales undermines broader fiscal responsibilities. While the bill is largely seen as a necessary step towards improving public health and safety, discussions in legislative circles might also highlight the constraints faced by municipalities in managing large infrastructure projects financially. Furthermore, the effectiveness of low interest loans from the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust in complementing these appropriations may be a focal point for scrutiny.

Latest NJ A647 Activity

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Companion Bills

NJ A617

Carry Over Makes supplemental appropriation of $2.125 million to Howell Township in Monmouth County for drinking water infrastructure project.

Previously Filed As

NJ A1582

Makes supplemental appropriation of $2.125 million to Howell Township in Monmouth County for drinking water infrastructure project.

NJ A2694

Makes supplemental appropriation of $12 million to Village of Ridgewood for drinking water infrastructure improvements related to per- and poly-fluoralkyl substance pollution.

NJ A981

Makes FY2025 supplemental appropriation of $8,000,000 to Monmouth County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund to assist in the purchase of the Stein property in Upper Freehold Township, New Jersey.

NJ S1179

Makes supplemental appropriation of $12 million to Village of Ridgewood for drinking water infrastructure improvements related to per- and poly-fluoralkyl substance pollution.

NJ A1615

Makes supplemental appropriation of $3.5 million to provide additional State school aid to Freehold Regional School District.

NJ A1127

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million to DOE to provide additional State school aid to Franklin Township School District in Somerset County.

NJ A1599

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million from General Fund to DEP for capital improvements at Allaire State Park.

NJ A2463

Makes $100 million in federal funds available to DEP for grants to local governments for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

NJ A3365

Makes supplemental appropriation of $500,000 to DOH for Huntington's Disease Grant Program.

NJ A1915

Makes supplemental appropriation of $10 million to New Jersey Community Development Corporation for various community projects in City of Paterson.

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