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NJ A4275

NJ A4275
Establishes Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health and Addiction Services.


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Introduced
06/16/2022
In Committee
02/13/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health and Addiction Services.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Office of the Ombudsman for Mental Health and Addiction Services in the Department of the Treasury. The Ombudsman, appointed by the Governor, will be responsible for assisting individuals with mental illness and addiction in finding effective treatment, ensuring proper care, providing educational programs and counseling, and creating public information programs about the Ombudsman's duties and resources. The Ombudsman will be required to maintain confidentiality of information received and issue an annual report to the Commissioner of Human Services, the Governor, and the Legislature.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee (on 02/13/2023)

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