NEW YORK (PIX11) -- The race for New Jersey governor is heating up as Election Day nears.

Did you know the state provides public funds for those running for governor to use in their campaigns?

New Jersey was the first state in the nation to provide public funds to candidates for governor after the Gubernatorial Public Financing Program was enacted in 1974. The state has provided public matching funds to qualifying candidates for the general election since 1977. In 1980, the program was extended to gubernatorial primary elections.

What is public matching funds?

Public fund matching is when the state matches a candidate's fundraising with public dollars. Candidates are eligible for up to $2 for every $1 they raise from private contributions. Eligible candidates in the 2025 general electi

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