A new op-ed by Linda Stamato highlights concerns over the allocation of pork barrel earmark funds by New Jersey lawmakers. She argues that these funds, intended for local projects, are being distributed without proper transparency and accountability, leading to potential misuse and favoritism. The article calls for lawmakers to prioritize the public interest by implementing stricter regulations and oversight mechanisms to ensure that earmark funds are allocated fairly and effectively to benefit the entire state.
NJSPL Report: Analyzing the Use and Equity of ARPA Funds
Report Release: Analyzing the Use and Equity of ARPA Funds in NJ Local Governments and Beyond New Jersey State Policy Lab The American Rescue Plan Act’s Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (ARPA-SLFRF) represent a historic $350 billion investment to...