NJ S2877

State agencies must provide written notice at least 60 days before discontinuing any State aid or services, with a 90-day requirement for programs affecting public health, safety, or welfare such as emergency services, healthcare, or essential social services.

Exceptions to the notice requirement allow for shorter timelines when discontinuance is mandated by federal law, caused by emergencies threatening public safety, results from exhausted appropriations, or follows material violations by the recipient.

Required notices must include a clear statement of what aid or service is being discontinued, the effective date, specific reasons for the decision, available alternatives or transition assistance, and contact information for appeals.

State agencies must notify legislative leadership and relevant committee chairs before discontinuing any aid or service for which the Legislature appropriated funds.

"State aid" covers grants, subsidies, reimbursements, and ongoing monetary benefits but excludes tax deductions and credits; "State service" includes any program, benefit, or service provided by the State.