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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey bill establishes 'Bring Veterans to New Jersey Program' offering up to $5,000 in relocation assistance for out-of-state veterans
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs CommitteeSponsors: Brian Bergen and 3 others
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What This Bill Would Do
New Jersey establishes the 'Bring Veterans to New Jersey Program' to provide up to $5,000 in relocation expense reimbursements to participating employers who hire out-of-state veterans. Veterans must relocate to New Jersey, maintain employment for at least 12 months, and create a profile with a contracted nonprofit organization. The measure takes effect 180 days after enactment.
Out-of-state veterans moving to New Jersey for work can receive up to $5,000 in household relocation reimbursements through participating local employers, provided they stay employed for a full year.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
New Jersey employers
Participating employers enter into agreements to provide relocation assistance to hired veterans and receive state reimbursements up to $5,000.
Veterans relocating from another state
Out-of-state veterans can receive relocation assistance up to $5,000 after accepting employment and maintaining it in New Jersey for 12 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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