Creates Statewide right to counsel program in certain eviction proceedings, and appropriates $20,000,000.

This bill establishes a Tenant Right to Counsel program in New Jersey, providing free legal representation to income-eligible tenants facing eviction or termination of their tenancy. The program, overseen by the Department of Community Affairs and the Administrative Office of the Courts, will be funded with $20 million and can accept additional funds from other sources. It aims to ensure that eligible tenants have access to legal services as soon as possible after eviction proceedings begin.

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