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Committee releases bill to move New Jersey Historic Trust to DCA amid preservation concerns
Summary
The Assembly committee voted to release A4053/S1447, which would transfer the New Jersey Historic Trust from the Department of State to the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA). A public witness warned the change could invite political patronage and reduce public access to historic resources.
The Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee voted to release Assembly bill A4053 and its Senate counterpart S1447, which would transfer the New Jersey Historic Trust from the Department of State to the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) and alter trustee powers.
John Anderson of Mount Holly testified in opposition, recounting long experience in New Jersey historic preservation and…
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