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S 4655

Makes FY2025 supplemental appropriations of $142,615,000; adds various language provisions to FY2025 Appropriations Act.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Paul Sarlo

New Jersey bill allocates $142.6 million in supplemental FY2025 state funding and modifies appropriations language; substituted by companion assembly legislation.

Substituted by A5807
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Bill Summary · S 4655

Legislative bill overview

S 4655 is a New Jersey supplemental appropriations bill that allocates an additional $142.6 million in state funding for fiscal year 2025 and modifies language provisions within the existing FY2025 Appropriations Act. The bill was introduced by Senator Paul Sarlo and has since been substituted by Assembly Bill A5807, indicating it may have been combined with or replaced by companion legislation.

Why is this important

Supplemental appropriations bills provide mid-year funding adjustments for state agencies and programs that require additional resources beyond the original budget. These bills can address unexpected costs, population increases, revenue shortfalls, or emerging priorities, directly affecting the availability of state services and programs throughout the fiscal year.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of detail on allocations: The bill summary does not specify which agencies or programs receive the $142.6 million, making it difficult for the public to assess priorities or evaluate whether funding is appropriately distributed.
  • Language provision changes: The vague reference to "various language provisions" obscures what operational or policy changes accompany the funding, which could significantly alter how programs function.
  • Mid-year budget adjustments: Adding $142.6 million mid-year raises questions about initial budget adequacy and whether this reflects poor planning or unavoidable circumstances beyond the state's control.

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

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