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NJ A4283
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shanique Speight
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "New Jersey Migrant and Refugee Assistance Act" creating a Migrant and Refugee Resource Coordination Program within the Department of Human Services
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Program connects migrants and refugees with information on housing, healthcare, educational opportunities, job training, and legal services for which they are eligible
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Requires the Department of Human Services to collaborate with local governments, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to facilitate access to resources
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Mandates a multilingual, multi-platform outreach campaign to inform migrants and refugees about available program services
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Requires annual reporting to the Governor and Legislature on program effectiveness, including the number of people served, types of assistance provided, and recommendations for improvement
Legislative Description
Establishes "New Jersey Migrant and Refugee Assistance Act."
Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
2/19/2026