Revises "Homelessness Prevention Program"; requires new charge for filing of eviction action.
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This bill revises the Homelessness Prevention Program and establishes a new fee for filing eviction actions in New Jersey. It aims to increase funding for eviction prevention services by collecting this fee and directing the funds to the Office of Eviction Prevention. The bill also outlines eligibility criteria for assistance, including residency, homelessness status, and financial limitations, and addresses legal protections for tenants facing eviction.
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