New Jersey A4219 prohibits domestic violence shelters from denying services based on disability or perceived disability.

New Jersey A4219 makes it unlawful for domestic violence shelters to deny services to individuals based on disability or perceived disability. This bill supplements the "Law Against Discrimination" and ensures that shelters operating under the "Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence Act" cannot refuse admission based on disability. Complaints of such discrimination will be investigated and prosecuted under the "Law Against Discrimination." The penalties for violations include fines up to $50,000, depending on prior violations.

New Jersey A4219 prohibits domestic violence shelters from denying services based on disability or perceived disability.

New Jersey A4219 makes it unlawful for domestic violence shelters to deny services to individuals based on disability or perceived disability. This bill supplements the "Law Against Discrimination" and ensures that shelters operating under the "Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence Act" cannot refuse admission based on disability. Complaints of such discrimination will be investigated and prosecuted under the "Law Against Discrimination." The penalties for violations include fines up to $50,000, depending on prior violations.