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Introduced
02/07/2022
02/07/2022
In Committee
05/11/2023
05/11/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishes Office of Child Advocate.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Office of the Child Advocate in, but not of, the Department of Law and Public Safety. The Child Advocate, an attorney appointed by the Governor, will seek to ensure the provision of effective, appropriate, and timely services for children at risk of abuse and neglect in the state. The Office of the Child Advocate will have access to records, investigative powers, and the ability to intervene in legal proceedings to protect the rights and welfare of children. The Child Advocate will report annually to the Governor, Attorney General, and Legislature on the activities of the office and recommendations for improving services for at-risk and state-involved children.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (6)
Reginald Atkins (D)*,
Nancy Muñoz (R)*,
Carol Murphy (D)*,
Aura Dunn (R),
Parker Space (R),
Harold Wirths (R),
Last Action
Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee (on 05/11/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A2249 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A2500/2249_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement AWC 5/11/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A2500/2249_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2500/2249_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2500/2249_I1.PDF |
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