A 4579
Increases amount of cigarette and other tobacco products tax revenues provided to New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research to $10 million; establishes dedicated, non-lapsing Cancer Research Fund.
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Bill overview
This bill increases funding for cancer research in New Jersey by dedicating $10 million annually from cigarette and tobacco products tax revenues to the New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research. It establishes a permanent, non-lapsing Cancer Research Fund within the Department of the Treasury to ensure consistent funding for cancer research projects. The fund will prioritize both general and pediatric cancer research, aiming to reduce disparities in access to care and treatment.
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