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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill unveils an executive order to address the states severe affordable housing crisis. She directs state agencies to collaborate and present a comprehensive strategy by Septembers end. Kellie Doucette, the governors chief operating officer, leads the initiative by forming a housing council to identify suitable state properties, pinpoint development barriers, and propose rule adjustments and new laws. The plan aims to tackle skyrocketing housing costs, which are pushing residents out of the state. Sherrill also bans agencies from selling state land without Doucettes approval and mandates a report on reducing red tape. Jeopardy champ Jamie Ding, a housing finance agency employee, supports the initiative, emphasizing the urgency of housing as a collective responsibility.

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