WeVote
Log In

Bill

RA

Bill

A 873

Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 billion for After School Recreation in Urban Areas; stipulates uses of, and eligibility criteria for, funds.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Reginald Atkins and 3 co-sponsors

New Jersey allocates $1 billion in supplemental funding for after-school recreation programs in urban areas with specified eligibility requirements and permitted uses.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
#education #supplapprop
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · A 873

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 873 allocates $1 billion in supplemental funding specifically for after-school recreation programs in urban areas across New Jersey. The bill establishes criteria for which programs and communities can access these funds, as well as guidelines for how the money must be spent.

Why is this important

After-school recreation programs serve critical functions in urban communities by providing safe spaces for youth, reducing idle time, and promoting physical health and social development. A $1 billion investment represents a substantial commitment to youth services in areas that often face resource constraints, though implementation effectiveness depends heavily on the eligibility criteria and designated uses outlined in the bill.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding scope and definition: Disagreement may arise over what qualifies as "urban areas" and whether the geographic targeting adequately serves intended communities or creates disparities between regions
  • Allocation efficiency: Questions about whether $1 billion is sufficient, how funds will be distributed among eligible programs, and whether bureaucratic overhead will limit dollars reaching actual recreation services
  • Eligibility criteria: Debate over what makes programs or organizations eligible—public vs. nonprofit organizations, existing programs vs. new initiatives, and whether criteria favor certain types of recreation (sports vs. arts, for example)

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

Sign in to ask a question.