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Many of the questionable awards went to firms either owned, controlled or influenced by South Jersey political power broker George Norcross. 

“We found a concentration of the applications that had red flags in Camden. But it is by no means limited to Camden. This report focuses on companies outside of Camden,” said task force chief counsel Jim Walden.

Awards totaling $578 million to a dozen firms — a few with direct Norcross ties — are being recommended for close scrutiny, some to the Economic Development Authority for possible suspensions of awards, and others to law enforcement. 

The 100-page report also recommends better record keeping and follow up at EDA to ensure that promised jobs as a result of the grants are actually delivered.