Establishes "Scientific Conference Grant Program"; appropriates $250,000.
This bill establishes a grant program to help New Jersey public colleges and universities host scientific conferences and seminars. It appropriates $250,000 from the state General Fund to cover costs like venue rentals, speaker fees, travel, and lodging for these events. Grants cannot be used for food or unrelated vendor expenses. The program is administered by the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, with applications requiring event details and speaker information.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
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