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NJ A4302
NJ A4302Revises requirements concerning disqualification from registration as, and duties of, a professional guardian.
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Introduced
06/20/2022
06/20/2022
In Committee
05/18/2023
05/18/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4302 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4500/4302_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement ASE 5/18/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4500/4302_S2.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4500/4302_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4500/4302_I1.PDF |
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