InFormal DRAFT RULES Feedback

The public is invited to provide feedback on draft proposed new rules and rule amendments in two ways – by providing written feedback through the public input form below, or by attending a public listening session.

Listening Sessions Written FEEDBACK

PROVIDE InFORMAL draft rules FEEDBACK

Pursuant to Governor Murphy’s Executive Order No. 63, the NJEDA is providing opportunities for stakeholders and the public to engage with the NJEDA in crafting new rules and rule amendments in advance of the formal rule proposal and adoption process. The public is invited to engage with the NJEDA and comment on the draft rules and rule amendments in two ways: by submitting written feedback and/or by attending a listening session. Opportunity for verbal feedback will be offered during each listening session.

NJEDA is offering this opportunity to provide input in addition to, but not as part of, the formal process for rule adoption. The formal process will follow the requirements in the Administrative Procedures Act.

We welcome constructive input on how to ensure new NJEDA rules and rule amendments support opportunities for all residents and communities in New Jersey.


SUBMIT WRITTEN draft rules FEEDBACK

NJEDA staff will not respond directly to any input, but we may follow-up with you if we need additional clarification on your feedback.

Please observe the following guidelines when submitting your feedback:

PLEASE DO:

  • Reference a specific part of the draft rules by section and subsection when providing feedback.
  • Share your feedback, relevant observations, and additional information.
  • Keep remarks brief and to the point.
  • Use attachments to share more detailed feedback.

PLEASE DO NOT:

  • Include information that you do not want to be made public.
  • Submit any information or other material protected by copyright without the permission of the copyright owner.
  • Submit feedback about topics unrelated to the specific draft rules you are commenting on.

We may, at NJEDA’s sole discretion, publish any, all, or a representative sample of input in full or in part.

We will not accept or agree to a request to keep information confidential.

By submitting material, you grant to the NJEDA the non-exclusive, worldwide, transferable right and license to display, copy, publish, distribute, transmit, print, and use such information or other material in any way and in any medium, including but not limited to print or electronic form.

DRAFT RULES AVAILABLE FOR FEEDBACK

The Next NJ Program offers substantial tax credits to businesses that support the AI industry and are looking to start or grow their operations in New Jersey.

The Next NJ Program awards tax credits to eligible businesses investing in large-scale AI data centers and AI-related development projects, including visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, translation between languages, and generative AI. 

The Next NJ Program  incentivizes collaboration and fosters a dynamic environment where established businesses and innovative startups can work together to achieve shared goals. The program is to include related company jobs, the applicant/awardee will need to secure the job reporting data for NJEDA validation.

For more information about the Next NJ Program, please see the slide deck which can be found in the listening session archive below. The public comment period has been extended and will close Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00 PM EST.

The Cultural Arts & Facilities Expansion (CAFE) Program provides tax credits to incentivize broad scale capital projects for arts and cultural venues in New Jersey. The CAFE program focuses on development and rehabilitation of cultural arts facilities as a key component of the state’s economy.

The CAFE Program awards tax credits via a competitive application process up to 100% of eligible project costs and 100% of operating reserve for unexpected expenses capped at $75 million per project. Projects are required to have a financing gap and be not economically feasible without the tax credit.

The goals of the CAFE Program are to elevate arts and culture as a key sector within the state’s economy, attract visitors to the state and local communities, increase the number of first-rate art and cultural experiences for residents and visitors, and promote equitable engagement with the arts for underrepresented groups and underserved communities.

For more information about the CAFE Program, please see the slide deck which can be found in the listening session archive below. The public comment period closes Friday, December 20, 2024 at 5:00 PM EST. 

The Film Ready NJ certification is a 5-step program designed to help municipalities and counties in New Jersey accommodate on-location film and television production. It educates local officials about the basics of production, including ordinances, permitting, industry standards, and public safety.

The Film Ready program aims to position New Jersey as a top filming destination by certifying communities that can effectively support productions. Participants receive training from industry professionals and gain a toolkit to attract and support film crews. The program is managed by the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission and connects local communities with film professionals for streamlined production processes.

For more information about the Film Ready Program requirements, please review the document below. The public comment period closes Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:00 PM EST.

Film Ready Requirements and Fee Schedule

ARCHIVE OF DRAFT RULES POSTED FOR FEEDBACK

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (“NJEDA” or “Authority”) is proposing amendments to its existing debarment and disqualification rules at N.J.A.C.19:30-2 et seq, and proposing new rules relating to the suspension of applicants for Authority financial assistance and Authority contractors. In accordance with Executive Order 63, these draft rules are being provided to enable the public to provide input.

The draft new rules are proposed to codify the Authority’s suspension procedure in accordance with Executive Order 34 (Byrne) and Executive Order 189 (Kean).

The draft amendments to the existing debarment and disqualification rules are proposed to update the rules consistent with current Authority policies and procedures. These debarment and disqualification rules were last updated in 2010.


Public Listening Sessions

UPCOMING LISTENING SESSIONS

PAST LISTENING SESSIONS

CULTURAL AND ARTS FACILITIES EXPANSION (CAFE) PROGRAM

Tuesday | November 26, 2024 | 11:00AM

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NEXT NJ PROGRAM-AI

Friday | November 22, 2024 | 11:00AM

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FOOD DESERT TAX CREDIT

Thursday | January 5, 2023 | 11:00AM

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FOOD DESERT TAX CREDIT

Friday | January 6, 2023 | 3:00PM

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BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE

Thursday | September 8, 2022 | 1:00PM

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BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE

Wednesday | September 7, 2022 | 2:00PM

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FOOD DESERT RELIEF ACT

Thursday | January 13, 2022 | 10:30AM

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FOOD DESERT RELIEF ACT

Wednesday | January 12, 2022 | 6:00 PM

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NJ INNOVATION EVERGREEN FUND

CORPORATE TAX AUCTION ROUNDTABLE
Thursday | January 6, 2022 | 9:30AM

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NJ INNOVATION EVERGREEN FUND

VENTURE CAPITAL ROUNDTABLE
Thursday | January 6, 2022 | 2:00 PM

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HISTORIC PROPERTY REINVESTMENT PROGRAM

Monday | December 20, 2021 | 11:30 AM

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HISTORIC PROPERTY REINVESTMENT PROGRAM

Friday | December 17, 2021 | 11:00 AM

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ASPIRE PROGRAM

Monday | September 20, 2021 | 3:00 PM

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ASPIRE PROGRAM

Friday | September 17, 2021 | 3:00 PM

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MAIN STREET RECOVERY FINANCE PROGRAM

Thursday | July 15, 2021 | 10:00 AM

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MAIN STREET RECOVERY FINANCE PROGRAM

Tuesday | July 13, 2021 | 2:00 PM

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MAIN STREET RECOVERY FINANCE PROGRAM

Monday | July 12, 2021 | 5:00PM

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PPE PROGRAM

Wednesday | June 9, 2021 | 5:30PM

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EMERGE PROGRAM

Wednesday | April 14, 2021 | 3:00PM

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EMERGE PROGRAM

Monday | April 12, 2021 | 3:00PM

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EMERGE PROGRAM

Thursday | April 8, 2021 | 5:00PM

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Feedback Policy for Listening Sessions

During the session, members of the public will have the opportunity to submit feedback via the Q&A function in Zoom, and to offer feedback verbally. 

To ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak, each speaker will have a maximum of three (3) minutes to speak and should limit feedback to matters pertaining to the proposed draft new rules or rule amendments. Each member of the public who wishes to speak during the feedback period should use the “raise hand” function in Zoom.  They will be added to the speakers’ queue.  The moderator will acknowledge each speaker in the order in which they raised their hand, and will open the speaker’s microphone and permit them to speak in that order.  Speakers are asked to begin their remarks by stating their name and affiliation, if any.

Speakers should not expect to engage in a dialogue. NJEDA staff may respond to basic questions or clarify a speaker’s remarks. However, NJEDA staff members are not obligated to answer impromptu questions or address remarks from members of the public.  

Speakers and members of the public should at all times maintain proper decorum and shall make their remarks in a civil manner.  Personal attacks, obscenity, derogatory or slanderous remarks will not be tolerated.  Nor may speakers discuss matters regarding the candidacy of any person seeking public office, including the speaker’s own candidacy.