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NJ S2696

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Robert Singer

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Migrant and Refugee Resource Coordination Program within the Department of Human Services to connect migrants and refugees with public assistance programs they are eligible for.

  • Program provides information on housing, healthcare, educational opportunities, job training, and legal services to individuals who have relocated to New Jersey from other countries or have federal refugee status.

  • Requires the Department of Human Services to collaborate with local governments, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to facilitate access to resources.

  • Mandates a multilingual, multi-platform outreach campaign to inform migrants and refugees about available assistance.

  • Requires annual reporting to the Governor and Legislature detailing program effectiveness, number of people served, types of assistance provided, and recommendations for improvement.

Legislative Description

Requires public institution of higher education to award academic credit to certain volunteer emergency responders.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee

2/12/2024

Committee Referrals

Higher Eduction2/12/2024

Full Bill Text

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