A620

Requires DHS to establish program to assist children with incarcerated non-custodial parents in enrolling in safety net programs.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

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.

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Where it stands

Current
Aging and Human Services Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee