Bill
Bill > S4087
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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
Establishes Office of New Americans in Department of Human Services.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Office of New Americans (ONA) within the Department of Human Services in New Jersey. The ONA will serve as a centralized resource for supporting immigrants, refugees, and their children, known as "New Americans," by providing services, technical assistance, and policy guidance. Key functions of the ONA include administering refugee resettlement programs, offering legal services for low-income New Americans, engaging directly with immigrant communities, and advising other state agencies on best practices for serving the New American population. The bill emphasizes the importance of New Americans' contributions to New Jersey's economy and communities, and the need to address the unique obstacles they face. The ONA will use data to inform its efforts while ensuring it is not used for civil immigration enforcement.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 11/27/2023)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S4087 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4500/4087_I1.HTM |
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