News From Trenton · November 22, 2022

What did NJ get from Biden infrastructure bill?

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New Jersey stands to receive more than $4.8 billion so far from the federal infrastructure bill President Joe Biden signed into law a year ago, with the lion’s share earmarked for road and bridge repairs.

On the anniversary of the bipartisan bill’s signing, the Biden administration released details this week about the funds allocated so far by program and project. Nationwide, more than $186 billion has been set aside for states and territories so far, with more expected to be distributed in coming years. States’ allocations to date roughly match their populations, though not exactly. California is both the most populous state and is set to get the most in aid — $16.2 billion. New Jersey ranks 11th in population and ninth in infrastructure funding.

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