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NJ S3681

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Commissioner of Corrections to submit quarterly reports to legislative leaders on the operation of each residential community release program (halfway houses, assessment centers, substance abuse treatment programs) in New Jersey

  • Quarterly reports must include financial data such as total reimbursement provided, per-inmate reimbursement rates, and number of inmates receiving reimbursement

  • Reports must detail inmate population statistics including number of violent vs. non-violent offenders, days imprisoned, and number of escapes/absconders broken down by crime type

  • Requires documentation of safety measures protecting non-violent offenders from violent offenders, incidents of physical violence, and disciplinary actions taken against violent inmates

  • Mandates an annual report analyzing the effectiveness of each residential community release program with particular emphasis on recidivism rates and recommendations for improvement

Legislative Description

Requires DOC to report certain information concerning halfway houses.

Law and Public Safety

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Law and Public Safety2/24/2026

Full Bill Text

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