New Jersey Federal Spending — Week of 2026-04-26

Federal Spending Report: New Jersey (April 26 – May 2, 2026)

Federal agencies obligated $640,000 across three grants to New Jersey recipients during the week of April 26 to May 2, 2026, with the Environmental Protection Agency accounting for the overwhelming majority of spending.

The Environmental Protection Agency led federal activity in the state with a $600,000 grant to Mount Olive Township, representing 94 percent of total weekly obligations. The award underscores continued federal investment in environmental remediation and infrastructure projects at the municipal level. The remaining $40,000 in federal funds was distributed to research and agricultural initiatives through two separate agencies.

Mount Olive Township emerged as the dominant recipient, securing the single largest award. Rutgers, The State University received $30,000 from the National Science Foundation, likely supporting research activities. A third recipient received $10,000 from the Department of Agriculture, though specific details remain redacted due to privacy considerations.

All three federal agencies involved—the Environmental Protection Agency, National Science Foundation, and Department of Agriculture—each made a single award during the reporting period. The EPA's disproportionate share reflects its substantial environmental remediation responsibilities in New Jersey, a state with significant industrial history and ongoing cleanup efforts.

Notable patterns from the week include the exclusive use of grants as the funding mechanism, with no contracts, cooperative agreements, or other obligation types awarded. The three distinct recipients and three participating agencies suggest a diverse range of federal priorities, spanning environmental protection, scientific research, and agricultural support.