This bill proposes a supplemental appropriation of $500,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) specifically for the New Jersey SOS Veterans Stakeholders Group. This funding aims to support various services for veterans, including financial assistance, housing support, emergency transportation, and benefits counseling, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for veterans in the community. The New Jersey SOS Veterans Stakeholders Group also serves as a platform to engage other veteran service providers, fostering collaboration to better assist veterans.

In the bill, the appropriation replaces a previous allocation to the Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson-SOS Veterans Unmet Needs Fund, indicating a shift in focus towards the New Jersey SOS Veterans Stakeholders Group. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.