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NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-83 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-83 - Commission's recommendations for funding

52:16A-83. Commission's recommendations for funding  12. At least once each State fiscal year after the board has determined that sufficient interest has accrued to provide grants to qualified organizations, the Commission shall submit to the board a list of endowment and financial stabilization projects that the Commission recommends to receive funding from the Trust Fund, based upon a priority system, ranking criteria, and funding policies established by the Commission pursuant to this act and N.J.S.18A:73-21 et seq. any rules or regulations adopted pursuant thereto. The board shall review the list and may make such deletions, but not additions, of projects therefrom as it deems appropriate and in accordance with the procedures established by the board for such deletions pursuant to this act, whereupon the board shall approve the list. This approved project list shall receive moneys from the Cultural Trust for the purposes of effectuating this act.  L.2000,c.76,s.12.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-84 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-84 - Obligations of recipients

52:16A-84. Obligations of recipients  13. a. All qualified organizations receiving moneys from the Cultural Trust pursuant to this act shall enter into an agreement with the board, which shall provide for monitoring the allocation and use of moneys to ensure that such moneys are held and used consistent with the purposes of this act. b. As determined by the board, the qualified organizations in receipt of moneys from the Trust Fund shall report to the board on its activities, financial status, and use of the moneys disbursed to it by the board.  L.2000,c.76,s.13.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-85 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-85 - Regulations, annual funding request

52:16A-85. Regulations, annual funding request  14. a. Notwithstanding any provision of the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), to the contrary, the Council, the Historic Trust, and the Commission may adopt, immediately upon filing with the Office of Administrative Law, such regulations as the Council, the Historic Trust, and the Commission deem necessary to implement the provisions of this act which regulations shall be effective for a period not to exceed 180 days from the date of the filing. Such regulations may thereafter be amended, adopted or readopted by the Council, the Historic Trust, and the Commission as necessary in accordance with the requirements of P.L.1968, c.410. b. The Council, the Historic Trust, and the Commission shall prepare and submit an annual funding request to the Governor through the Department of State and the Division of Budget and Accounting in the Department of the Treasury to carry out the purposes of this act. L.2000,c.76,s.14.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-86 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-86 - Findings, declarations relative to Amistad Commission.

52:16A-86 Findings, declarations relative to Amistad Commission.  1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. During the period beginning late in the 15th century through the 19th century, millions of persons of African origin were enslaved and brought to the Western Hemisphere, including the United States of America; anywhere from between 20 to 50 percent of enslaved Africans died during their journey to the Western Hemisphere; the enslavement of Africans and their descendants was part of a concerted effort of physical and psychological terrorism that deprived groups of people of African descent the opportunity to preserve many of their social, religious, political and other customs; the vestiges of slavery in this country continued with the legalization of second class citizenship status for African-Americans through Jim Crow laws, segregation and other similar practices; the legacy of slavery has pervaded the fabric of our society; and in spite of these events there are endless examples of the triumphs of African-Americans and their significant contributions to the development of this country; b. All people should know of and remember the human carnage and dehumanizing atrocities committed during the period of the African slave trade and slavery in America and of the vestiges of slavery in this country; and it is in fact vital to educate our citizens on these events, the legacy of slavery, the sad history of racism in this country, and on the principles of human rights and dignity in a civilized society; c. It is the policy of the State of New Jersey that the history of the African slave trade, slavery in America, the depth of their impact in our society, and the triumphs of African-Americans and their significant contributions to the development of this country is the proper concern of all people, particularly students enrolled in the schools of the State of New Jersey; and d. It is therefore desirable to create a State-level commission, which as an organized body, on a continuous basis, will survey, design, encourage, and promote the implementation of education and awareness programs in New Jersey concerned with the African slave trade, slavery in America, the vestiges of slavery in this country, and the contributions of African-Americans in building our country; to develop workshops, institutes, seminars, and other teacher training activities designed to educate teachers on this subject matter; and which will be responsible for the coordination of events on a regular basis, throughout the State, that provide appropriate memorialization of the events concerning the enslavement of Africans and their descendants in America as well as their struggle for freedom and liberty. L.2002,c.75,s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-86.1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-86.1 - Definition of "African American".

52:16A-86.1 Definition of "African American".  2. As used in P.L.2002, c.75 (C.52:16A-86 et seq.) and P.L.2020, c.151 (C.52:16A-86.1 et al.), "African American" means all people of African descent in the United States. L.2020, c.153, s.2.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-89 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-89 - Assistance to Amistad Commission.

52:16A-89 Assistance to Amistad Commission.  4. a. The commission is authorized to call upon any department, office, division or agency of the State, or of any county, municipality or school district of the State, to supply such data, program reports and other information, personnel and assistance as it deems necessary to discharge its responsibilities under this act. b. These departments, offices, divisions and agencies shall, to the extent possible and not inconsistent with any other law of this State, cooperate with the commission and shall furnish it with such information, personnel and assistance as may be necessary or helpful to accomplish the purposes of this act. L.2002,c.75,s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-90 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-90 - New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative Foundation.

52:16A-90 New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative Foundation.  1. The Secretary of State is authorized to establish a nonprofit, educational and charitable organization to be known as the New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative Foundation. The foundation shall be devoted to the sponsoring of activities and the raising of funds for the establishment, support and promotion of the New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative pursuant to section 5 of P.L.2005, c.47 (C.52:16A-94). The foundation shall be incorporated as a New Jersey nonprofit corporation pursuant to P.L.1983, c.127 (C.15A:1-1 et seq.), and organized and operated in such manner as to be eligible under applicable federal law for tax-exempt status and for the receipt of tax-deductible contributions, and shall be authorized to sue and to be sued as a legal entity separate from the State of New Jersey. L.2005,c.47,s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-91 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-91 - Board of Trustees; terms, vacancies.

52:16A-91 Board of Trustees; terms, vacancies.  2. The New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative Foundation shall be governed by a board of trustees consisting of the following 25 members: a. the Secretary of State or designee; b. five State employees or special State officers, who shall be selected from, and appointed by the Secretary of State to represent any or all, of the following State partner organizations: (1) New Jersey State Council on the Arts; (2) New Jersey Historical Commission; (3) New Jersey Council of the Humanities; (4) New Jersey Public Broadcasting Commission; (5) Martin Luther King Commemorative Commission; (6) Amistad Commission; (7) Department of Education; (8) Division of Travel and Tourism, Department of State; (9) Department of Community Affairs; (10) Department of Transportation; (11) Department of State, Office of Faith-based Initiatives; and (12) any other State agency or instrumentality partnering, assisting or supporting the purposes of the foundation. The State partner members of the board of trustees appointed pursuant to this subsection shall serve at the pleasure of the Secretary of State. c. Nineteen public members shall be selected from a broad cross-section of the views and interests of the community and the member organizations of the foundation, including educators, clergy, civic and business leaders; philanthropists; visual, creative and performing artists; representatives of Black arts, history and cultural organizations; and persons having knowledge of, expertise in, or commitment to preserving New Jersey's Black cultural heritage. Five of the public members shall be appointed by the Secretary of State upon formation and incorporation of the foundation. Thereafter, at least four more public members shall be elected by the nonprofit cultural organizations which become members of the foundation, and the remaining public members shall be nominated by a nominating committee of the board of trustees and appointed by the board of trustees. The term of office of each public member shall be three years, with each member continuing to serve upon expiration of the term until replaced. Three of the initial public members appointed by the Secretary of State and two of the public members initially elected by member organizations shall serve initial terms of two years. Vacancies shall be filled and replacements made as provided in the bylaws of the foundation. L.2005, c.47, s.2; amended 2007, c.253, s.11.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-92 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-92 - Executive Director, employees.

52:16A-92 Executive Director, employees.  3. The foundation's board of trustees shall be authorized, within the limits of its own funds, to employ an executive director and professional, technical and administrative personnel. Employees of the foundation shall not be construed to be employees of the State of New Jersey. The board shall also be authorized to contract for such professional and administrative services as it shall deem necessary. No member of the board of trustees shall engage in any business transaction or professional activity for profit with the Department of State. L.2005,c.47,s.3.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-93 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-93 - Secretary of State, incorporator of foundation.

52:16A-93 Secretary of State, incorporator of foundation.  4. The Secretary of State shall be an incorporator of the foundation. Upon the incorporation of the foundation and the establishment of the first board of trustees, the board shall adopt bylaws setting forth the structure, offices, powers and duties of the foundation. The Secretary of State shall serve as the initial co-chair of the board of trustees. L.2005,c.47,s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-94 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-94 - Use of funds received by foundation for the initiative.

52:16A-94 Use of funds received by foundation for the initiative.  5. All funds received by the foundation, other than those necessary to pay the expenses of the foundation, shall be used exclusively for the establishment, support and promotion of the New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative. The New Jersey Black Cultural and Heritage Initiative shall be an alliance of organizations and institutions that comprise the Black arts, history and culture communities in this State for the purpose of broadening, deepening and diversifying Statewide participation in and appreciation for Black arts, history and culture. The duties and goals of the initiative shall be to: a. promote understanding and appreciation of the history and artistic and cultural contributions of people of African descent. b. provide guidance, support and resources for new and emerging Black arts and historical groups and increase the level of organizational capacity and program administration of established groups. c. increase funding and audiences for local Black culture and heritage tourism and enrich Black culture and heritage tourism programming. d. increase and attract corporate sponsorship and participation in Black culture and heritage programming and tourism. e. increase opportunities for young people to learn about and experience Black arts, history and culture in schools and youth organizations. f. invest in future generations of Black artists and historians by providing leadership development activities, apprenticeships, mentorships, scholarships and cultural programs. g. enhance computer and Internet access and usage within the Black community. h. ensure the financial viability of the initiative through a network of community partners, advocates and supporters, including, but not limited to, celebrities, philanthropists, legislators, State and local leaders and corporations. i. any other duties and goals deemed appropriate. L.2005,c.47,s.5.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-95 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-95 - Provision of financial, service support by Department of State.

52:16A-95 Provision of financial, service support by Department of State.  6. The Department of State is authorized to provide financial assistance and those services of employees of the State which may be required to form and incorporate the foundation within the limits of funds appropriated to the Department of State or made available to the Department of State by contribution, gift, donation or otherwise for these purposes. Once the foundation is incorporated, it may apply for grants in aid from any department or instrumentality of the State of New Jersey. L.2005,c.47,s.6.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-96 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-96 - Payment of expenses by foundation; private counsel.

52:16A-96 Payment of expenses by foundation; private counsel.  7. All expenses incurred by the foundation shall be payable from funds raised by the foundation, and no liability or obligation, in tort or contract, shall be incurred by the State for the operation of the foundation. The foundation shall obtain private counsel, and shall not be represented by the Attorney General or indemnified by the State of New Jersey. L.2005,c.47,s.7.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-97 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-97 - Annual audit.

52:16A-97 Annual audit.  8. A certified public accountant shall be selected by the foundation to annually audit the foundation's funds. The foundation shall contract for and receive such audit annually, and shall submit the audit to the Secretary of State and to the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting in the Department of the Treasury. L.2005,c.47,s.8.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-98 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-98 - Division of Elections transferred to Department of State.

52:16A-98 Division of Elections transferred to Department of State.  1. a. The Division of Elections in the Department of Law and Public Safety, transferred to the Department of Law and Public Safety pursuant to Governor Whitman's Reorganization Plan No. 004-1998 effective May 29, 1998, together with all of the division's functions, powers and duties, is transferred to and constituted as the Division of Elections in the Department of State. b. Effective with the enactment of P.L.2007, c.254 (C.52:16A-98 et al.), the Secretary of State shall be the chief election official of this State and any references to the Attorney General relative to any elections matter appearing in the statutory law shall be a reference to the Secretary of State, unless the context or language of the statute provides otherwise. c. All responsibility for the budget, fiscal and personnel matters of the Division of Elections is transferred to the Department of State. d. Whenever in any rule, regulation, order, contract, document, judicial or administrative proceeding or otherwise, reference is made to the Division of Elections in the Department of Law and Public Safety, the same shall mean the Division of Elections in the Department of State. e. All transfers directed by this act shall be made in accordance with the "State Agency Transfer Act," P.L.1971, c.375 (C.52:14D-1 et seq.). L.2007, c.254, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-99 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-99 - Findings, declarations relative to Ellis Island.

52:16A-99 Findings, declarations relative to Ellis Island.  1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. Ellis Island occupies a significant and unique place in America's heritage; it was the primary United States immigration station from 1892 to 1954 when more than 12 million people passed through the station complex - the greatest surge of migration in America's history; and today, 40% of Americans can trace their family history from Ellis Island, which was added to the national park system in 1965 and placed under the operational supervision of the National Park Service as a part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument in recognition of its importance in American history, architecture, and culture. b. The closure of Ellis Island in 1954 resulted in its abandonment and decay; in 1990, following extensive rehabilitation, the Main Building reopened as an immigration museum and several buildings have been rehabilitated as administrative offices; and the National Park Service is working with Save Ellis Island, Inc. as the non-profit partner for implementation of the Ellis Island Institute and conference center, which is the preferred re-use for the remaining unused buildings on Ellis Island. c. The Ellis Island Institute would be the primary use and would include cultural, interpretive and educational programs and activities with a policy research center and administrative and study space; and the associated conference center would host meetings, retreats and workshops that primarily focus on immigration, world migration, public health, cultural and ethnic diversity, and family history. d. On May 26, 1998 the Supreme Court of the United States recognized and acknowledged New Jersey's sovereignty and governmental control over a substantial portion of Ellis Island, as defined in the Court's opinion; in December 1999 the Governor's Advisory Committee on the Preservation and Use of Ellis Island issued its final report and recommendations; and in 2000 Save Ellis Island, Inc. was created in response to the Governor's advisory committee. e. It is desirable to create a State-level commission, which as an organized body, on a continuous basis, will: promote the interests of the State of New Jersey and provide assistance and advice to Save Ellis Island, Inc., its successors and other interested parties concerning the proposed Ellis Island Institute and its associated conference center; promote the proposed Ellis Island Institute and its associated conference center regionally and nationally as an important cultural and private-public initiative and destination venue; provide recognition for the accomplishments of the State of New Jersey in the rehabilitation, reuse and protection of cultural and historic resources on Ellis Island; and prepare reports to the Governor and the Legislature regarding its findings and recommendations. L.2008, c.85, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-101 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-101 - Responsibilities, duties of Ellis Island Advisory Commission.

52:16A-101 Responsibilities, duties of Ellis Island Advisory Commission.  3. The Ellis Island Advisory Commission shall have the following responsibilities and duties: a. to recommend that the proposed Ellis Island Institute and its associated conference center are aligned fully with New Jersey interests, industries and existing institutions; b. to promote the Ellis Island Institute and its associated conference center regionally and nationally as an important cultural and private-public initiative and a destination venue;  c. to recognize the accomplishments of the State of New Jersey in the rehabilitation, reuse and protection of cultural and historic resources on Ellis Island;  d. to provide, based upon the collective interest of the members and the knowledge and experience of its staff, assistance and advice to Save Ellis Island, Inc., its successors and other interested parties; e. to cooperate with the State of New York and the City of New York, when appropriate, with respect to the rehabilitation, reuse, and protection of the Ellis Island buildings and resources;  f. to prepare reports for the Governor and the Legislature regarding its findings and recommendations; and  g. to receive and accept appropriations, as well as foster development of gifts and donations to minimize any fiscal impact upon the State. L.2008, c.85, s.3.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-102 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-102 - Report to Governor, Legislature.

52:16A-102 Report to Governor, Legislature.  4. The commission shall report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and to the Legislature, pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1991, c.164 (C.52:14-19.1), within one year of its initial organizational meeting and by the fifteenth of February of each succeeding year for the activities of the preceding calendar year. L.2008, c.85, s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 52:16A-103 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 52 - State Government, Departments and Officers|Section 52:16A-103 - Authority of commission to request information, assistance.

52:16A-103 Authority of commission to request information, assistance.  5. The commission is authorized to call upon any department, office, division or agency of the State, or of a political subdivision of the State, to supply such information and assistance as it deems necessary to discharge its responsibilities under this act. L.2008, c.85, s.5.