Governor launches affordable housing push alongside Jeopardy! champ

By: By Katherine Burgos

Outlets: NJ State House News Service

Published: April 27, 2026

Words: 556

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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TRENTON, N.J. – As New Jerseyans struggle with soaring costs for homes and apartments, Gov. Mikie Sherrill aims to make housing more affordable and accessible with new initiatives announced Monday.

In many parts of the state, housing costs have increased by at least 60% in the last five years, Sherrill said.

“We have a severe shortage of affordable homes, and it hits everyone,” Sherrill said. “I can say I’m a …

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