April 6, 2023

State Issues

Governor Signs Elections Transparency Act

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently signed S-2866, establishing the Elections Transparency Act, into law.

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

OLS & Treasury Testify on FY2024 Budget

Earlier this week, the State Treasurer & Office of Legislative Services (OLS) testified before the Assembly Appropriations Committees on the proposed FY2024 state budget.

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

Governor Murphy Signs Bill to Increase LIHWAP Participation

Governor Murphy has signed S-3333, which imposes certain temporary requirements on water service providers, including local authorities, municipal utilities, & public utilities, concerning their participation in the LIHWAP.

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

Federal Issues

ARPA SLFRF Reporting Deadline Approaching

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery (SLFRF) Project & Expenditure Report is due to U.S. Treasury on April 30.

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

Funding Opportunity: USEDA Public Works & Economic Adjustment Assistance

The U.S. Economic Development Administration (USEDA) issued a FY2023 Federal Funding Opportunity Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Notice of Funding Opportunity (FY23 PWEAA NOFO).

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

Also of Interest

MWC Hosting Adult Mental Health First Aid Training

The Mayor Wellness Campaign is holding a virtual Mental Health First Aid Training on Thursday, April 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The training will help identify, understand, & respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.

Internet For All: New Jersey Local Coordination Workshop

Monday, April 17, 2023

The Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick, NJ

8:30 A.M. - 4:30 PM.

This day long even will bring together local governments, community leaders, industry, state and federal representatives, and other critical partners from around the state to learn about and discuss key programs that are aimed at expanding broadband infrastructure and promoting digital equity for our residents. A virtual option to participate will be available. Registration is free.

League Hometown Security Task Force Hosts Tour

The New Jersey League of Municipalities’ Hometown Security Task Force has been rescheduled and will meet for the first time since the start of the pandemic for an update on issues and concerns impacting member municipalities.

The Task Force is chaired by Hope President Tim McDonough, Past President of the League. The event is open to Task Force members and interested New Jersey Mayors.

The meeting will be hosted by AT&T at its network disaster recovery facility in Burlington County and include a public safety forum featuring FirstNet.

Date: Friday, April 28, 2023.

Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Address will be provided after registration.

The event will include guest speakers from AT&T on FirstNet, two representatives from the New Jersey State Police on current priorities and policies, an update from the NJ Office of Homeland Security, a provided working lunch, a tour of the facility and more.

Attendance is limited so please register online as soon as possible.

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

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