This bill proposes a supplemental appropriation of $615,000 to the New Jersey Department of Human Services (DHS) specifically for a grant to the NJ 2-1-1 Partnership. The funding is categorized under the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, with the total amount allocated for Grants-In-Aid being $615,000. The bill is part of the annual appropriations act for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, and is intended to support the operational aid for the NJ 2-1-1 Partnership, which has been the designated administrator of the 2-1-1 dialing code in New Jersey since 2002.

The NJ 2-1-1 Partnership provides essential human services information and referral programs statewide, following the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) establishment of the 2-1-1 designation for such services in 2000. This bill aims to ensure the continued operation and effectiveness of the 2-1-1 service, which plays a critical role in connecting residents with necessary resources and support. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.