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NJ Gov. Signs 'Rain Tax,' 18 Other Bills Into Law
[Patch.com] TRENTON, NJ ‐ New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday signed 19 bills into law, including the so-called "rain tax." The bill, which was dubbed the "rain tax" by opposing Republicans, permits counties, municipalities and certain authorities to establish stormwater utilities and impose related fees and other charges.

Supporters of the bill, S-1073, call it "flood defense," and say it will serve as a long-needed tool to manage flooding and dirty runoff from rainwater.

"Most importantly, it gives communities a way to access new resources in a fair and equitable manner, and invest in related benefits such as additional green space. We urge the governor to sign it," said New Jersey Future's Chris Sturm, who serves as the advocacy group's managing director for policy and water.
Posted by: Besoeker 2019-03-25
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