(TRENTON) – Assembly Housing and
Local Government Committee Chair Jerry Green applauded the fact that the FY 2014
budget advanced by the Assembly Budget Committee on Thursday preserves the
funding for affordable housing that the Christie administration had previously
tried to confiscate for the general fund.
“This has been a
lengthy battle, but one that was certainly worth it because this funding is
crucial to municipalities and low and middle income residents trying to pursue
the American dream.
“It’s unfortunate
that this money has been tied up by legal battles this year, but thanks to the
sound judgment of the courts, I’m pleased that we’ve finally been able to reach
an agreement.
“Families
throughout New Jersey are struggling to find homes within their means in a state
with one of the highest costs of living in the country. Meanwhile, towns have
been powerless to help because they have been kept in limbo for far too
long.
“The resolution
of this matter is long overdue but certainly welcome,” said Green
(D-Somerset/Middlesex/Union).
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