Establishes "Scientific Conference Grant Program"; appropriates $250,000.

S 2034 establishes a $250,000 grant program within New Jersey's Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to support public colleges and universities hosting scientific conferences. The program provides grants to cover venue costs, speaker fees, travel, and lodging for conferences held in New Jersey, but excludes food and unrelated vendor expenses. Institutions must submit applications detailing conference agendas, speaker credentials, and cost information to receive funding. This bill directly affects public higher education institutions seeking financial assistance for scientific events.