Boards of chosen freeholders are authorized to contribute funds, in amounts to be determined by such boards, for the establishment, equipment, maintenance and conduct of suitable programs for the collection, processing, storing and public distribution of human blood, and the various human blood derivatives, including special therapeutic and diagnostic serums, which are deemed of value in the treatment of sick and injured persons, and the prevention of certain diseases. Such contributions of funds may be made to public and private institutions, hospitals, societies and organizations for such purposes, on such terms as may be agreed upon.

L.1946, c. 22, p. 61, s. 1, eff. March 19, 1946.