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S 1104

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1.5 million from General Fund to DOH and DCA for Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Nilsa Cruz-Perez

New Jersey withdrew bill providing $1.5M to Camden Coalition healthcare providers after securing same funding through separate legislation (P.L.2025, c.220).

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.220.
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Bill Summary · S 1104

Legislative bill overview

S 1104 proposed a $1.5 million supplemental appropriation from New Jersey's General Fund to the Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to support the Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers. The bill was withdrawn on the same day it was introduced because the funding was already approved through a different legislative vehicle (P.L.2025, c.220).

Why is this important

The Camden Coalition is a nationally recognized nonprofit that uses data-driven interventions to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department utilization among high-need populations. This funding supports healthcare delivery infrastructure in Camden, a medically underserved urban area, and demonstrates legislative commitment to evidence-based community health strategies.

Potential points of contention

  • Appropriateness of funding mechanism: Supplemental appropriations during an active fiscal year may raise questions about budget planning and whether funds were overlooked in original budget negotiations
  • Geographic allocation: Concentrating $1.5 million in one organization within one city could invite debate about equitable distribution of health resources across the state
  • Organization specificity: Direct appropriations to named nonprofits rather than competitive grants or formula-based funding may raise concerns about legislative earmarking practices

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

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