Affordable Housing Bill Advances in Committee Paving Vote’s Way

Affordable Housing Bill Advances in Committee Paving Vote’s Way

On Thursday, legislation overhauling the state’s affordable housing policy was reported favorably out of the Assembly Appropriations Committee with committee amendments. A-4 is now scheduled to be voted on in the full Assembly on Monday, February 12.

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Contacts: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x137 or Mike Cerra, Executive Director, mcerra@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x120. 

Passing of League’s Bond Counsel Edward “Ed” McManimon

We regret to inform you of the passing of League Bond Counsel Edward J. McManimon, Esq., of McManimon & Scotland. Ed was a trusted advisor and resource for the League and countless public entities for decades. 

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Contact: Mike Cerra, Executive Director, mcerra@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x120.

Federal Issues

Affordable Connectivity Program Funds Nearly Exhausted   

Without congressional action, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides a monthly $30 discount on home broadband services, will exhaust its funding in April.    

Read more: Affordable Connectivity Program Funds Nearly Exhausted

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Application for Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program Open

Fiscal Year 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Program is open through March 8 at 5:00 p.m. AFG funds needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance efficiencies, and support community resilience.

Read more: Application for Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program Open

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.