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NJ A4103

NJ A4103
Prohibits emergency homeless shelters from conditioning provision of shelter on enrollment in certain programs.


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Introduced
06/02/2022
In Committee
06/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibits emergency homeless shelters from conditioning provision of shelter on enrollment in certain programs.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits emergency homeless shelters from conditioning the provision of shelter on an individual's enrollment in local, state, federal, or private assistance programs or the receipt of any other services or benefits. However, after the initial 72 hours, shelters may require individuals to commence the application process for such programs or services as a condition of continued shelter, as long as the shelter does not exceed its licensed capacity. The bill also allows shelters to refuse shelter in certain emergency situations or if otherwise authorized by law or regulation.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Assembly Human Services Hearing (14:00:00 6/8/2023 Committee Room 16, 4th Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ) (on 06/08/2023)

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