New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S2889

Introduced

3/4/24

Refer

3/4/24

Caption

Makes $10.5 million supplemental appropriation for increased Per Capita Library Aid.

Impact

If enacted, S2889 will have a direct impact on the fiscal resources available to libraries, allowing them to expand programs, upgrade facilities, and improve the quality of services. This increase in funding will enable libraries to better meet the informational and recreational needs of the public, ultimately contributing to community development and lifelong learning. This allocation is significant for sustaining existing operations and introducing new services, thus improving library accessibility in New Jersey.

Summary

Senate Bill S2889, introduced on March 4, 2024, proposes a supplemental appropriation of $10.5 million from the Property Tax Relief Fund for Per Capita Library Aid in New Jersey. This funding aims to enhance the ability of public libraries to serve their communities by providing greater access to information and cultural resources. The bill reflects the state's commitment to improving library services, which are seen as crucial for education and public engagement.

Contention

While the bill aims to provide essential funding, the allocation from the Property Tax Relief Fund may raise discussions about financial priorities in the state budget. Stakeholders may debate the sufficiency of resources dedicated to library funding versus other pressing areas such as education, infrastructure, or social services. Additionally, there may be differing opinions on the effectiveness of the state tax relief strategies in promoting library services, leading to possible contention among lawmakers and constituents regarding budget allocations.

Latest NJ S2889 Activity

View All Events: NJ 2024-2025 Regular Session S2889

Companion Bills

NJ A3267

Carry Over Makes $10.5 million supplemental appropriation for increased Per Capita Library Aid.

NJ S2455

Carry Over Makes $10.5 million supplemental appropriation for increased Per Capita Library Aid.

Previously Filed As

NJ A4229

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million to New Jersey Library Network for continuation of services.

NJ A3841

Makes supplemental appropriation of $500,000 for Main Library Alliance.

NJ A4390

Makes $20.2 million supplemental appropriation for increased nonpublic school security aid; modifies budget language to increase per pupil amount.

NJ A1700

Makes FY 2024 supplemental appropriation of $10 million to State Capitol Joint Management Commission for State Capitol Park Complex.

NJ S1392

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million from Property Tax Relief Fund to DOE to support Pantoliano-DePass school based mentoring pilot program in certain Bergen County school districts.

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 S2647

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.

NJ A2325

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.2 million for Community College Opportunity Grant.

NJ A2157

Supplemental appropriation of $3.6 million to DHS to increase adult medical day care Medicaid per diem rate from $89.55 to $93.10.

NJ S1284

Makes supplemental appropriation of $3 million to NJ Division of State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Unit.

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