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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 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" within the Department of Human Services, comprised of 25 members: 13 voting members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and Assembly Speaker (with a significant portion being individuals with disabilities themselves) and 12 non-voting ex-officio members representing various state departments and disability advocacy groups. The commission's primary purpose is to advise on policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation to benefit people with disabilities in New Jersey, act as a central communication hub between government officials, people with disabilities, and service providers to ensure state responsiveness, collaborate with state agencies to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities regarding available services and programs, and work with agencies overseeing employment to prevent discrimination. The commission will also submit an annual report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Kristin Corrado (R)*,
Nellie Pou (D)*,
Patrick Diegnan (D),
Linda Greenstein (D),
Joe Pennacchio (R),
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S904 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/904_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1000/904_I1.HTM |
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