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NJ S1381
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Lagana
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AI Summary
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Department of Labor and Workforce Development must establish a program to identify and recruit unemployed individuals for jobs in healthcare facilities, home care services, and hospice services
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The identification process must evaluate training practicality for specific positions, proximity of jobs to applicants' residences, transportation options, and barriers preventing immediate employment
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Individuals may begin work on a probationary basis while completing required training
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$250,000 is appropriated from the General Fund for training programs and resources, coordinated with existing DOLWD training programs
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The Commissioner must consult with the Department of Health and healthcare stakeholders and promulgate rules through the Administrative Procedure Act
Legislative Description
Requires DOLWD to identify and recruit unemployed individuals for employment in healthcare facilities, home care services, and hospice services; makes appropriation.
Budget and Appropriations
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
3/2/2026