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Business · 24/08/1998Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

New York and surrounding New Jersey counties to form new state

Summary

The State of New York and several contiguous counties in the State of New Jersey are planning to merge to form a new state, pending approval from the necessary authorities and a successful referendum among the affected residents.

Original source language: Federal Register — Small Business AdministrationOpen original release →

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