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NJ A4302

NJ A4302
Revises requirements concerning disqualification from registration as, and duties of, a professional guardian.


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Introduced
06/20/2022
In Committee
05/18/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Revises requirements concerning disqualification from registration as, and duties of, a professional guardian.

AI Summary

This bill revises the requirements for disqualification from registration as a professional guardian and the duties of a professional guardian in New Jersey. It expands the list of grounds for disqualification or suspension/revocation of a professional guardian's registration, including engaging in self-dealing, failing to maintain proper records, and other misconduct. The bill also imposes a new affirmative duty on guardians to take actions that are not abusive, neglectful, or exploitative of the ward, and to act in the ward's best interests when performing guardianship duties. The bill allows for civil penalties of $5,000 to $10,000 for violations. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Reported out of Assembly Comm. with Amendments, 2nd Reading (on 05/18/2023)

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