This bill mandates the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) to identify small businesses located in special improvement districts across New Jersey. The DOLWD is tasked with notifying these businesses about their location within such districts and informing them of the benefits available to them. Additionally, the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development, in collaboration with various state agencies, is required to create and implement an outreach program aimed at educating small businesses on critical issues they may encounter, such as access to grants and loans, compliance with state wage and tax laws, and strategies for climate change resiliency.

The outreach program will involve the development and distribution of written materials specifically tailored for small businesses in special improvement districts, along with regular engagement efforts to ensure these businesses are well-informed about the resources and support available to them. The bill emphasizes the importance of supporting small businesses in these designated areas to promote their economic welfare and sustainability.