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NJ A4543
NJ A4543Increases fines for failing to report suspected abuse or exploitation of institutionalized elderly person.
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Introduced
09/22/2022
09/22/2022
In Committee
12/28/2023
12/28/2023
Crossed Over
12/21/2023
12/21/2023
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Increases fines for failing to report suspected abuse or exploitation of institutionalized elderly person.
AI Summary
This bill increases the fines for failing to report suspected abuse or exploitation of institutionalized elderly persons. Specifically, it raises the fine for an individual who is required to report such abuse or exploitation but fails to do so from $500 to $1,500. Additionally, the bill increases the fine for the facility employing the individual from $2,500 to $5,000. The bill also specifies that each violation constitutes a separate offense, and that a letter noting the penalty will be sent to the relevant licensing authority or professional board.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Daniel Benson (D)*,
Angelica Jimenez (D)*,
Angela Mcknight (D)*,
Mila Jasey (D),
Yvonne Lopez (D),
Michele Matsikoudis (R),
Alex Sauickie (R),
Last Action
Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 12/28/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4543 |
| Analysis - Statement ASE 12/11/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4543_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4543_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4543_I1.PDF |
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