Working to Advance Public Safety and Innovation in New Jersey
Below are Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) requests that Senator Kim is fighting for under the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies in Fiscal Year 2026.
Project Name: Affordable and Resilient Housing Research and Workforce
Project Location: Glassboro, NJ
Amount Requested: $3,000,000
Intended Recipient: Rowan University
Description: This project purchases construction-scale concrete 3D printers advancing research, development & testing of concrete deployable housing & shelters. Results of this research are aimed at providing more affordable housing & options for disaster recovery.
Project Name: Quantum Secured Networks for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Project Location: Hoboken, NJ
Amount Requested: $900,000
Intended Recipient: Stevens Institute of Technology
Description: This project supports a pilot program for quantum authentication & encryption to be deployed at the Port Authority of NY/NJ. A successful pilot has potential to make critical assets more secure nationwide.
Project Name: Victim Law Project
Project Location: Englewood, NJ
Amount Requested: $403,000
Intended Recipient: Women’s Rights Information Center
Description: The Victim Law Project will support free legal services to help victims of crime, particularly domestic violence, navigate complex legal systems with dignity and support.
Project Name: Say Something Anonymous Reporting System
Project Location: Mercer, NJ
Amount Requested: $650,000
Intended Recipient: Sandy Hook Promise Foundation
Description: Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) Foundation seeks funding to launch a state-wide Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (ARS) in NJ, empowering students, in both public & private schools, to anonymously report safety concerns & receive immediate, life-saving interventions to prevent violence & self-harm.
Project Name: Addressing Human Trafficking During the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Project Location: Essex, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Intended Recipient: Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
Description: Funds will be used to fulfill the technology needs of law enforcement and to support the recovery and stabilization of human trafficking survivors with the goal of full prosecution of the traffickers during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Project Name: Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Project
Project Location: Washington, NJ
Amount Requested: $554,000
Intended Recipient: Warren County Community College
Description: This project establishes a Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS) track within the colleges associate program. This funding will also be used to expand non-credit professional training for law enforcement, which equips law enforcement with skills & technologies to detect, mitigate, & disable rogue drones.
Project Name: Emergency Services Communications Equipment Improvement Project
Project Location: Bergenfield, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of Bergenfield
Description: This project supports the replacement of aging and non-compliant communications infrastructure utilized by Bergenfield’s police department, fire department, OEM, and EMS.
Project Name: POWER Up: Strengthening Resiliency & Economic Mobility for Youth in Camden
Project Location: Camden, NJ
Amount Requested: $650,000
Intended Recipient: Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region
Description: This project will replicate & expand the POWER Up Program to up to 2 pilot schools in Camden, NJ. POWER Up provides paid, professional mentors, embedded in schools, who deliver mentorship, social-emotional learning and career exploration programming.
Project Name: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention and Survivor Support
Project Location: Newark, NJ
Amount Requested: $628,000
Intended Recipient: Seton Hall Law School
Description: This funding will support Seton Hall University School of Law ‘s Family Law Clinic’s (FLC) expansion, which provides community educational programming & legal services for domestic violence & sexual assault survivors.
Project Name: Police Department Communications Equipment Upgrades and Expansions
Project Location: East Rutherford, NJ
Amount Requested: $150,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of East Rutherford
Description: These funds will support the purchase of new computer and radio equipment for East Rutherford’s headquarters and mobile command unit, as well as funds to support the creation of a secure server room.
Project Name: New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center
Project Location: Piscataway, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Intended Recipient: Rutgers University
Description: This project would support funding for postdoctoral, empirical research and data sharing across federal, state and local jurisdictions to better understand the state of gun violence in NJ and across America. The funding is critical to collect nationally representative data on the causes, correlates, and solutions for gun violence.
Project Name: Youth Violence Prevention Project
Project Location: Newark, NJ
Amount Requested: $450,000
Intended Recipient: New Jersey Youth Advocate Program
Description: Youth Advocate Program’s Juvenile Justice Initiative focuses on providing individualized, community-based support to at-risk youth involved in the justice system. This project aims to reduce recidivism by offering tailored services, including mentoring, education, and family support to assist with reintegration.
Project Name: Comprehensive Supports for Victims of Gang-Related Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking
Project Location: Monmouth County, NJ
Amount Requested: $650,000
Intended Recipient: 180, Turning Lives Around, Inc.
Description: Funds will be used to train counselors to the specific needs of victims of gang violence and trafficking. The program will provide specialized counseling, programs specifically for children, education on legal rights as victims, case management and coordination with prosecutors and law enforcement.
Project Name: Radio Communication System Upgrade
Project Location: Waretown, NJ
Amount Requested: $600,000
Intended Recipient: Township of Ocean
Description: Funds will be used to upgrade emergency communication systems, including the public safety radio network & 911 emergency infrastructure to ensure seamless interoperability with county and state agencies.
Project Name: Acquisition of Mobile Command Vehicle
Project Location: Vineland, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,170,000
Intended Recipient: City of Vineland
Description: Funds will be used to support the purchase of a new mobile command vehicle to replace their current vehicle which has reached the end of its useful life. The new vehicle will directly benefit Vineland’s residents by providing a more robust & reliable emergency response.
Project Name: Next Generation 9-1-1 Upgrades
Project Location: East Windsor, NJ
Amount Requested: $300,000
Intended Recipient: Township of East Windsor
Description: This project supports the replacement of the existing 9-1-1 terminals with new Next Generation 9-1-1 compatible terminals. It is essential that these upgrades are in place so that the East Windsor Township Police Department can continue providing emergency services through the 9-1-1 system.
Project Name: Public Safety Equipment and Vehicle Upgrades
Project Location: East Windsor, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,208,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of East Newark
Description: This project seeks to strengthen the operational capacity of the East Newark Police Department (ENPD) through the phased acquisition of essential equipment, vehicles, & communication tools. Funding requested will enable ENPD to advance its ongoing mission of protecting and serving the residents.
Project Name: Mobile Command Center Unit
Project Location: Piscataway, NJ
Amount Requested: $393,000
Intended Recipient: Township of Piscataway
Description: This funding would be used for the purchase of a mobile command unit to strengthen coordination among first responders, emergency management, and law enforcement while offering reliable communication capabilities, even during power outages or disrupted cell service.
Project Name: Skywatch Tower
Project Location: Piscataway, NJ
Amount Requested: $320,000
Intended Recipient: Township of Piscataway
Description: This funding would be used for the purchase of a Skywatch unit. This unit is a versatile, two-person observation post that enhances tactical awareness and surveillance at large public events.
Project Name: Blue Light Emergency Phones
Project Location: Lakewood, NJ
Amount Requested: $345,000
Intended Recipient: Georgian Court University
Description: This funding will be used to upgrade blue light emergency phones to ensure a safer, more secure campus. The university’s blue light emergency phones are inoperable and require immediate replacement along with the 60-year-old copper cable, which is no longer transmitting voice communications.
Project Name: Technology Improvements for the New Jersey Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
Project Location: West Trenton, NJ
Amount Requested: $675,000
Intended Recipient: New Jersey State Police
Description: This one-time funding would allow the task force to purchase new hardware, much needed artificial intelligence software and digital forensic licensing software for the task force and affiliate agencies statewide.
Project Name: Washington Township Lake Park Safety and Security Project
Project Location: Sewell, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Intended Recipient: Washington Township
Description: This funding would consist of the purchase and installation of security cameras and 5 blue light emergency call boxes & lighting throughout the park. This would assist law enforcement officers with the technology to respond quickly to park visitors & help keep our community safe.
Project Name: Drone Control Tower & Landing Pad
Project Location: Elizabeth, NJ
Amount Requested: $3,000,000
Intended Recipient: City of Elizabeth
Description: Funds will be used for the construction of a Drone Control Tower on top of Elizabeth Police Headquarters to support our Drone First Responder Program, providing real-time data-gathering capabilities for effective response by first responders.
Project Name: Public Safety Communications Equipment Modernization Project
Project Location: Ridgefield Park, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,496,000
Intended Recipient: Village of Ridgefield Park
Description: This funding will modernize an emergency communication system by replacing outdated analog equipment with a digital radio system. This upgrade will eliminate dead zones, enhance interoperability between police, fire/EMS and integrate seamlessly with Bergen County’s emergency infrastructure.
Project Name: Law Enforcement Radio Replacement for Emergency Communications
Project Location: Manville, NJ
Amount Requested: $231,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of Manville
Description: This project will fund the replacement of outdated portable radios for law enforcement personnel to enhance emergency communication & officer safety. Upgraded radios will enhance interoperability with regional responders, reduce response times, & ensure reliable coordination during incidents.
Project Name: Police Vehicle Replacement Project
Project Location: Linden, NJ
Amount Requested: $387,000
Intended Recipient: City of Linden
Description: This funding will be used to purchase frontline vehicles and an administrative vehicle. These new vehicles will enhance officer safety, improve response efficiency, and ensure the department can maintain reliable around the clock service to the community.
Project Name: 911 Dispatch Center Enhancement Project
Project Location: Linden, NJ
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Intended Recipient: City of Linden
Description: This funding will be used to upgrade a 911 Dispatch Center to a Next Generation 911 (NG911) system. It represents a critical investment in public safety & emergency response efficiency. The upgrade allows emergency services to receive & process real-time, multimedia data, leading to faster response & improved public safety.
Project Name: FIFA 2026 Public Safety and Security Upgrades
Project Location: Bergen County, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,200,000
Intended Recipient: Bergen County Sheriff’s Office
Description: This funding provides enhanced security during FIFA 2026 World Cup. This request is for specific equipment to enhance public safety & security for an event of this magnitude. This request not only will benefit our agency, but also nearly 34 Municipal Police Departments & the New Jersey State Police.
Project Name: Emergency Services Radios Implementation Project
Project Location: Lodi, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,075,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of Lodi
Description: This funding is for the purchase & implementation of new radios for Lodi’s police department. New radios would allow first responders to better conduct operations without risk of loss of communications or equipment failure during an emergency like a natural disaster, mass-casualty incident or fire.
Project Name: Public Safety Radio Improvement Project
Project Location: Franklin, NJ
Amount Requested: $216,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of Franklin
Description: This funding is for the purchase the acquisition of a police & fire radio system that will improve current signal dead zones to increase the safety of our citizens & public safety officers. The new radio system will include the installation of two transmitters to provide the required coverage.
Project Name: Police Range Renovation
Project Location: Titusville, NJ
Amount Requested: $600,000
Intended Recipient: Township of Hopewell
Description: This funding of this project will upgrade the Police Training Facility and Firing Range. The range serves the partners, local, State and Federal in Mercer County as a location for agency firearms training and mandated annual police firearms in-service qualifications.
Project Name: Firearms Training Range Expansion and Update
Project Location: Burlington County, NJ
Amount Requested: $1,800,000
Intended Recipient: County of Burlington
Description: This funding of this project will expand & improve the outdoor Firearms Training Range offering law enforcement additional training opportunities that will be used when responding to calls.
Project Name: Police Department ALPR Project
Project Location: Haledon, NJ
Amount Requested: $424,000
Intended Recipient: Borough of Haledon
Description: This funding would purchase stationary Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), a mobile ALPR trailer, and cover associated software, storage & maintenance costs allowing law enforcement to investigate & make arrests for violent crimes & auto theft offenses.
Project Name: Union City Intersection Surveillance Upgrade
Project Location: Union City, NJ
Amount Requested: $800,000
Intended Recipient: City of Union City
Description: This funding would purchse hard-wired security cameras at high-priority intersections replacing an aging radio-based system that frequently experiences outages, enhancing public safety through more reliable, real-time surveillance.