A937

Establishes Office of Child Advocate.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Office of the Child Advocate to protect children in New Jersey.

The bill establishes the Office of the Child Advocate within the Department of Law and Public Safety to ensure the protection of children in institutions and resource family homes. The Child Advocate, appointed by the Governor, will review, evaluate, and monitor the Institutional Abuse Investigation Unit. The Advocate will also ensure effective services for at-risk children and report annually on office activities and recommendations for improving child services.

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Where it stands

Current
Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee