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NJ A4479

NJ A4479
Establishes "Commission on People with Disabilities."


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Introduced
09/15/2022
In Committee
09/15/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill establishes the "Commission on People with Disabilities" (commission). Under the bill, the commission is to consist of 25 members. The purpose of the commission is to: (1) suggest policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation that help people with disabilities in New Jersey; (2) serve as the point-of-contact between the Governor, the Legislature, people with disabilities, and those providers who serve people with disabilities in order to ensure that the State government is responsive to the needs of people with disabilities; (3) work with State departments, commissions, offices, agencies, and providers to ensure that the needs of people with disabilities are met regarding services and programs that are available to those individuals; and (4) work with State departments, commissions, offices, and agencies which oversee the hiring and employment of people with disabilities in the State to ensure that no discrimination takes place.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the "Commission on People with Disabilities" (Commission) to suggest policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation that help people with disabilities in New Jersey. The Commission will serve as the point-of-contact between the government and people with disabilities to ensure the state is responsive to their needs, work with state entities to meet the needs of people with disabilities regarding available services and programs, and ensure no discrimination occurs in the hiring and employment of people with disabilities. The Commission will consist of 25 members, including 13 voting members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and Assembly Speaker, as well as 12 non-voting, ex-officio members from various state agencies and organizations. The Commission will be required to submit an annual report on its findings, conclusions, and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Human Services Committee (on 09/15/2022)

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