A 2109 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Establishes the "Neighborhood Scholar Revitalization Pilot Program."

This bill establishes the "Neighborhood Scholar Revitalization Pilot Program" in four New Jersey cities: Camden, Trenton, Jersey City, and Paterson. It offers college graduates with at least $7,000 in student loan debt a $7,000 reimbursement toward their loans after committing to live in designated low-income neighborhoods for 24 months. Businesses in participating enterprise zones can earn tax credits equal to their contributions to the program's fund, which is partially funded by transferring money from municipal enterprise zone assistance accounts. The program limits participation to 200 graduates per city, with a 3-year evaluation required to determine potential expansion.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Community Development and Women's Affairs Committee
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