A 4926
"New Jersey Prison Libraries Act"; establishes "Prison Libraries Fund" and appropriates $1 million.
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Bill overview
This bill creates the "New Jersey Prison Libraries Act" to improve library services for incarcerated individuals. It establishes a dedicated "Prison Libraries Fund" with an initial appropriation of $1 million from the state’s general fund. The fund will be used to provide library materials, programs, resources, and services, such as books, digital literacy training, and cultural activities. The department is restricted from using the funds for items like food, medical care, or general administrative expenses.
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Kenyatta Stewart
Shanique Speight
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