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NJ A4312

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shanique Speight

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends New Jersey's "Child Placement Bill of Rights Act" (P.L.1991, c.290) to add a new right for children in resource family care (foster care)

  • Requires conspicuous signage to be displayed in at least three locations within resource family homes listing contact information for abuse reporting and mental health services

  • The new requirement joins 16 existing enumerated rights for children placed outside their homes, including rights to family contact, least restrictive placement, quality services, and freedom from abuse

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Grants children placed in resource family care right to have certain signage displayed in home.

Children, Families and Food Security

Last Action

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

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Children, Families and Food Security Committee2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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