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This bill establishes the Office of New Americans within the Department of Human Services, recognizing the significant contributions of immigrants and refugees to New Jersey's economy, culture, and communities. The office will serve as a central hub for expertise and data on "New Americans," defined as any resident or future resident who has arrived in the United States as a non-citizen, immigrant, or refugee, and their children. Its responsibilities include administering services such as refugee resettlement and legal aid for low-income New Americans, engaging with immigrant communities to address their concerns, and providing guidance and training to other state agencies to improve accessibility and equitable engagement with New Americans. The bill also emphasizes that any personal information collected by the office will be used solely for program administration and service provision, and will not be shared for civil immigration enforcement purposes, with limited exceptions for federal law or court orders.

Health and Social Services

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