This bill amends current law to extend eligibility for certain grant funding from the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) to the Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf. Specifically, it allows the school to receive a one-time grant in accordance with the provisions outlined in subsection b of Section 15 of P.L.2000, c.72. This grant funding is intended to address health and safety issues and other critical needs within the school.

The bill establishes a process for the annual allocation of grant funding, where the commissioner will notify districts of application dates and make decisions on applications within a specified timeframe. The funding will be contingent upon the district securing financing for the local share of the project costs. This legislative change aims to enhance the resources available to the Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf, ensuring it can meet its facility needs effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 18A:7G-15