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NJ S4065
NJ S4065Requires DCPP to consult with Division of Developmental Disabilities following finding of child abuse or neglect to create services plan for person with developmental disability under certain circumstances.
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Introduced
11/27/2023
11/27/2023
In Committee
11/27/2023
11/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Under current law, if the court finds that a person who has abused or neglected a child appears to be in need of therapeutic services, the court may order the person to accept such services or an evaluation for services. The services ordered by the court may include, but are not limited to, homemaker services, functional education, and professional therapy. This bill would provide that in cases where the person has a developmental disability and is eligible for services provided by the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Human Services, the Division of Child Protection and Permanency would be required make reasonable efforts to consult with DDD to create a plan for therapeutic services for the person. DDD would also be required to determine an appropriate method to offer the therapeutic services based on the person's disability.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) to consult with the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Human Services to create an appropriate plan for therapeutic services for individuals with developmental disabilities who have been found to have abused or neglected a child. The bill also requires DDD to determine an appropriate method to offer the therapeutic services based on the individual's disability. This is intended to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities receive the necessary services tailored to their specific needs in cases of child abuse or neglect.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 11/27/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S4065 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4500/4065_I1.HTM |
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