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S 4426

Appropriates funds to DEP for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2026.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Carmen Amato and 15 co-sponsors

S 4426 appropriates FY2026 funds to New Jersey's DEP for environmental infrastructure projects, passed unanimously and signed into law.

Approved P.L.2025, c.109.
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Bill Summary · S 4426

Legislative bill overview

S 4426 appropriates state funds to New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for environmental infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2026. The bill passed both chambers with overwhelming bipartisan support and was signed into law in July 2025.

Why is this important

Environmental infrastructure projects typically address water treatment, wastewater systems, stormwater management, and pollution remediation—services that directly affect public health and environmental quality. Dedicated appropriations ensure these projects can proceed without competing against other state priorities in annual budget negotiations.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding specificity: The bill text does not specify which projects receive funding or how much each receives, leaving allocation decisions to DEP discretion
  • Fiscal impact: The appropriation amount is not detailed in available information, making it unclear whether this represents new spending or reallocation of existing resources
  • Project prioritization: Without transparent criteria, communities with greater political influence may receive disproportionate funding relative to infrastructure need

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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