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A 3612

Supplements FY2026 Appropriations Act; makes $10 million off-budget appropriation to NJSHARES - S.M.A.R.T. Program.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Danielsen and 8 co-sponsors

Bill allocates $10 million off-budget to New Jersey's NJSHARES-S.M.A.R.T. Program, bypassing standard appropriations oversight procedures.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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Bill Summary · A 3612

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 3612 appropriates $10 million in off-budget funding to the NJSHARES - S.M.A.R.T. Program as a supplement to New Jersey's FY2026 budget. The bill was introduced in the New Jersey Assembly and referred to the Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, suggesting the program involves utilities or technology infrastructure.

Why is this important

Off-budget appropriations bypass standard budget review processes and represent direct spending commitments outside the primary appropriations act. A $10 million allocation signals either an urgent need or a program deemed significant enough to warrant expedited funding outside normal fiscal procedures. Understanding what NJSHARES - S.M.A.R.T. actually delivers is crucial for evaluating whether this funding mechanism is justified.

Potential points of contention

  • Off-budget circumvention: Using off-budget appropriations sidesteps the standard appropriations process and comprehensive budget scrutiny, potentially limiting legislative oversight and public transparency
  • Program opacity: Without detailed bill language available, the specific objectives, deliverables, and accountability measures for the S.M.A.R.T. Program remain unclear
  • Fiscal priorities: Questions may arise about whether this $10 million reflects genuine emergency needs or represents preferential treatment for a specific program over other competing state priorities

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

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