New Jersey S1153 revises eligibility for convicted drug offenders to receive general assistance benefits under Work First New Jersey program.

New Jersey S1153 amends eligibility rules for general assistance benefits under the Work First New Jersey program. It allows convicted drug offenders to qualify for benefits if they complete a drug treatment program. The bill also modifies exceptions for those who cannot enroll in a treatment program due to unavailability or good cause. Additionally, it sets conditions for benefit eligibility, including restrictions on non-needy caretakers, Supplemental Security Income recipients, illegal aliens, and those who fraudulently misrepresent residence.

New Jersey S1153 revises eligibility for convicted drug offenders to receive general assistance benefits under Work First New Jersey program.

New Jersey S1153 amends eligibility rules for general assistance benefits under the Work First New Jersey program. It allows convicted drug offenders to qualify for benefits if they complete a drug treatment program. The bill also modifies exceptions for those who cannot enroll in a treatment program due to unavailability or good cause. Additionally, it sets conditions for benefit eligibility, including restrictions on non-needy caretakers, Supplemental Security Income recipients, illegal aliens, and those who fraudulently misrepresent residence.