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NJ A4617

NJ A4617
Requires DOLWD to identify and recruit unemployed individuals for employment in health care facilities; makes appropriation.


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Introduced
09/22/2022
In Committee
06/05/2023
Crossed Over
02/27/2023
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires DOLWD to identify and recruit unemployed individuals for employment in health care facilities; makes appropriation.

AI Summary

This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) to establish a program and standards to identify and recruit unemployed individuals for employment in healthcare facilities. The bill outlines the identification process, which includes evaluating the practicality of training individuals for specific positions, considering their proximity to relevant positions and transportation options, and identifying any barriers that may prevent them from immediately commencing work, even if the position is probationary. The bill also appropriates $250,000 from the general fund to fund training programs and provide resources for eligible individuals, in coordination with and utilizing existing training programs administered by the DOLWD.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 06/05/2023)

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