S.3901

Requires DHS and DCF to employ Director of Medical Services; appropriates $480,000.

Introduced·3/12/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3901 mandates the hiring of Directors of Medical Services by DHS and DCF, with $480,000 appropriated for this purpose.

New Jersey S3901 requires the Departments of Human Services (DHS) and Children and Families (DCF) to establish and fill the new position of Director of Medical Services within their respective offices. These directors will serve as advisors on complex medical issues during investigations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. They will also review and recommend changes to medical policies and practices at state developmental centers and facilities. The bill allocates $480,000 from the General Fund, with $240,000 each for DHS and DCF to hire these directors.

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Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Mar 12

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee