New Jersey A620 mandates the Department of Human Services to create a program aiding children with incarcerated non-custodial parents in enrolling in.

New Jersey A620 requires the Department of Human Services to establish a program to assist children with incarcerated non-custodial parents in enrolling in safety net programs. The program involves collaboration with county welfare agencies, the Department of Corrections, and other public agencies to identify eligible children. It mandates contacting custodial parents or guardians at least three times, providing information on benefits, eligibility, and application methods. The program also tracks and expedites applications to ensure a determination within 30 days.

New Jersey A620 mandates the Department of Human Services to create a program aiding children with incarcerated non-custodial parents in enrolling in.

New Jersey A620 requires the Department of Human Services to establish a program to assist children with incarcerated non-custodial parents in enrolling in safety net programs. The program involves collaboration with county welfare agencies, the Department of Corrections, and other public agencies to identify eligible children. It mandates contacting custodial parents or guardians at least three times, providing information on benefits, eligibility, and application methods. The program also tracks and expedites applications to ensure a determination within 30 days.