S 4424: Appropriates $15,546,575 to DEP from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues for grants to certain nonprofit entities to acquire or develop lands for recreation and conservation purposes, and for certain administrative expenses.
S 4424 status: Introduced — Approved P.L.2026, c.61 (updated Jul 30, 2026).
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OfficialThe Senate is considering a bill to give $15.5 million to the Department of Environmental Protection. This money will be used to give grants to non-profit groups so they can buy or fix up land for parks and nature preserves. A small portion of the money will also cover the costs of running the program. The bill still n...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Expands land available for conservation
- Supports nature preserve development
Risks
- Limited oversight of non-profit land management
Economy
Benefits
- Provides grants to non-profit entities
- Supports recreational infrastructure jobs
Risks
- Reduces land available for taxable commercial development
Society
Benefits
- Increases public access to recreational spaces
- Enhances community health outcomes
Risks
- No direct impact on affordable housing availability
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Potential for administrative overhead costs to reduce total grant availability
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CurrentApproved P.L.2026, c.61.
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