Establishes "New Jersey Youth Water Safety and Drowning Prevention Act"; makes appropriation.
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This bill creates the ‘New Jersey Youth Water Safety and Drowning Prevention Act’ to improve water safety education and reduce drowning incidents, particularly among young people. It aims to increase access to swimming lessons and water safety training, especially in underserved communities. The bill also directs the state to develop and implement a statewide drowning prevention plan and supports research into effective prevention strategies. Finally, it includes an appropriation to fund these initiatives.
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